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Dear Media: For the Love of God, Quit Covering Trump’s Every Move
Once again, the media is donating to his campaign by way of free coverage. They are ensuring his message is given air time. How do the Democrats battle his voice in the bully pulpit?
Dear Media,
It’s time we had a serious talk.
As we navigate through the complex political landscape, it becomes increasingly evident that your incessant coverage of Donald Trump’s every move is not only tiresome but also detrimental to the democratic process.
With each headline, each breaking news alert, you inadvertently contribute to the perpetuation of his message and bolster his platform, whether intentionally or not. It’s time to break the cycle and reassess the values that underpin your journalistic integrity.
Let’s face it: Donald Trump thrives on attention.
From his days as a reality TV star to his tenure in the Oval Office, he has mastered the art of manipulation through media coverage. By providing him with a constant stream of publicity, you are essentially handing him a megaphone to amplify his divisive rhetoric and distract from more pressing issues. In doing so, you are not only failing the…