Mon, 23 February 2015
Just a short time ago, Republicans filibustered everything, and Democrats protested. Now, news outlets can report that Republicans want to end the filibuster, while Democrats are willing to use it. It fits nicely into the new journalistic ethic of balance over documented fact. It also fits the pox-on-all-houses sub-narrative that appeals to a cynical public. Everyone is a hypocrite, and balance is maintained. Do mainstream outlets have it right this time?
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Category:Policy, Political News -- posted at: 11:07pm EDT |