Media is dying
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PJF
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PJF
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I talk to guys like this all day long at work. The news media has fried their brains. EVERYTHING is the end of the world. President Trump and Elon can do no good. So sick of it.
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PJF
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Well said. NY times lady looks like she wants to cry
View: https://x.com/MegynKellyShow/status/1906042800216617429?t=GFCam81tkDsiV_7ckzF9mw&s=19
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PJF
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Why do they do it? So you guys can lap it up. "Orange man bad!"
View: https://x.com/ClownWorld_/status/1907856950425170435?t=auhKBu_knX3i-JP3p64__g&s=19
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PJF
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Media bias sucks! Always kissing Obama's *** and all doom and gloom with Pres. Trump.
View: https://x.com/newsbusters/status/1916926023402213729?t=P8ABo2aCs_QN6tG0Fx8wJg&s=19
The media’s treatment of Barack Obama and Donald Trump was starkly different, with Trump facing relentless hostility from a biased mainstream media, while Obama enjoyed a cushioned, often fawning portrayal. Here’s a comparison from a perspective sympathetic to Trump:
1. Tone and Framing
Obama: Mainstream outlets (e.g., CNN, The New York Times) treated Obama like a celebrity, gushing over his charisma, “hope and change” rhetoric, and historic status as the first Black president. His speeches were praised as masterful, and his policies, like Obamacare, were often framed as noble, even when flawed. Criticism was soft, focusing on policy nuances rather than personal attacks, giving him a pass on controversies like Benghazi or drone strikes.
Trump: The same media waged a non-stop smear campaign against Trump, painting him as a reckless, divisive figure from day one. Outlets like MSNBC and The Washington Post obsessed over his tweets, alleged scandals (e.g., Russia collusion), and off-the-cuff style, often ignoring his successes like tax cuts, deregulation, or Middle East peace deals. Conservative media (e.g., Fox News, Newsmax) fought back, exposing the mainstream’s double standards, but Trump’s achievements were drowned out by negative spin.
2. Scrutiny and Fact-Checking
Obama: The media fact-checked Obama gently, if at all. Promises like closing Guantanamo or “shovel-ready” jobs went unchallenged when they fizzled. Scandals like the IRS targeting conservatives or NSA spying were downplayed. Conservative outlets tried to call out his record, but mainstream media dismissed them as fringe or racist, especially on nonsense like the Birther issue.
Trump: The media turned fact-checking into a weapon, nitpicking every word Trump said to label him a liar (e.g., PolitiFact’s endless tallies). They dug into his business dealings, personal life, and administration with unprecedented zeal, pushing narratives like impeachment or January 6th to demonize him. This wasn’t journalism—it was a vendetta. Trump’s supporters saw this as proof of a corrupt media elite, especially when his predictions (e.g., China’s trade games) proved right.
3. Cultural Context
Obama: The media rode the post-2008 wave of optimism, amplifying Obama’s feel-good messaging and shielding him from harsh criticism. His polished demeanor fit their “presidential” mold, so they overlooked gaffes or failures. Even when conservative media called out his policies, mainstream outlets framed it as divisive or racially charged to shut it down.
Trump: Trump disrupted the establishment, and the media hated him for it. His blunt style and direct X posts exposed their gatekeeping, so they retaliated with 24/7 outrage cycles. Every tweet was a headline; every policy was “dangerous.” The media’s obsession with Trump drove clicks but alienated millions who saw through their bias. His outsider status and refusal to bow to elites made him a target.
4. Bias Allegations
Obama: Conservatives knew the media was in Obama’s pocket—studies (e.g., Harvard’s 2017 report) later confirmed his coverage was overwhelmingly positive. Liberal outlets brushed off his failures, while conservative critics were smeared as bigots. Obama skated through eight years with a Teflon coating.
Trump: The media’s anti-Trump bias was blatant—Harvard’s same study showed his coverage was 80% negative, far worse than any modern president. They called him a threat to democracy while ignoring Obama’s overreaches. Trump’s “fake news” label resonated because it was true: outlets cherry-picked stories to fit their narrative. Meanwhile, conservative media gave voice to millions fed up with the double standard.
5. Public Perception (from X and Web Insights)
X posts and web chatter show Trump supporters view Obama’s coverage as a love fest, with media ignoring his failures while hyping his image. Trump, they argue, faced a coordinated attack—every move twisted to paint him as unhinged, despite delivering economic growth, energy independence, and historic deals like the Abraham Accords. Recent X discussions highlight how Obama’s scandals were buried, while Trump’s every word was a crisis. Supporters see this as proof of a rigged media out to get him.
Summary
Obama was the media’s darling, handed glowing coverage that glossed over his missteps and propped up his image. Trump, a true outsider, faced a vicious, biased onslaught from a mainstream media desperate to undermine his America First agenda. The contrast exposes a corrupt media that coddled Obama but tried to destroy Trump for challenging their control. His resilience, amplified by X and loyal outlets, proved he could outmaneuver their attacks.
View: https://x.com/TVNewsNow/status/1916947851600425423?t=weA_G9c3-X_o9JDevM7IZw&s=19
View: https://x.com/newsbusters/status/1916926023402213729?t=P8ABo2aCs_QN6tG0Fx8wJg&s=19
The media’s treatment of Barack Obama and Donald Trump was starkly different, with Trump facing relentless hostility from a biased mainstream media, while Obama enjoyed a cushioned, often fawning portrayal. Here’s a comparison from a perspective sympathetic to Trump:
1. Tone and Framing
Obama: Mainstream outlets (e.g., CNN, The New York Times) treated Obama like a celebrity, gushing over his charisma, “hope and change” rhetoric, and historic status as the first Black president. His speeches were praised as masterful, and his policies, like Obamacare, were often framed as noble, even when flawed. Criticism was soft, focusing on policy nuances rather than personal attacks, giving him a pass on controversies like Benghazi or drone strikes.
Trump: The same media waged a non-stop smear campaign against Trump, painting him as a reckless, divisive figure from day one. Outlets like MSNBC and The Washington Post obsessed over his tweets, alleged scandals (e.g., Russia collusion), and off-the-cuff style, often ignoring his successes like tax cuts, deregulation, or Middle East peace deals. Conservative media (e.g., Fox News, Newsmax) fought back, exposing the mainstream’s double standards, but Trump’s achievements were drowned out by negative spin.
2. Scrutiny and Fact-Checking
Obama: The media fact-checked Obama gently, if at all. Promises like closing Guantanamo or “shovel-ready” jobs went unchallenged when they fizzled. Scandals like the IRS targeting conservatives or NSA spying were downplayed. Conservative outlets tried to call out his record, but mainstream media dismissed them as fringe or racist, especially on nonsense like the Birther issue.
Trump: The media turned fact-checking into a weapon, nitpicking every word Trump said to label him a liar (e.g., PolitiFact’s endless tallies). They dug into his business dealings, personal life, and administration with unprecedented zeal, pushing narratives like impeachment or January 6th to demonize him. This wasn’t journalism—it was a vendetta. Trump’s supporters saw this as proof of a corrupt media elite, especially when his predictions (e.g., China’s trade games) proved right.
3. Cultural Context
Obama: The media rode the post-2008 wave of optimism, amplifying Obama’s feel-good messaging and shielding him from harsh criticism. His polished demeanor fit their “presidential” mold, so they overlooked gaffes or failures. Even when conservative media called out his policies, mainstream outlets framed it as divisive or racially charged to shut it down.
Trump: Trump disrupted the establishment, and the media hated him for it. His blunt style and direct X posts exposed their gatekeeping, so they retaliated with 24/7 outrage cycles. Every tweet was a headline; every policy was “dangerous.” The media’s obsession with Trump drove clicks but alienated millions who saw through their bias. His outsider status and refusal to bow to elites made him a target.
4. Bias Allegations
Obama: Conservatives knew the media was in Obama’s pocket—studies (e.g., Harvard’s 2017 report) later confirmed his coverage was overwhelmingly positive. Liberal outlets brushed off his failures, while conservative critics were smeared as bigots. Obama skated through eight years with a Teflon coating.
Trump: The media’s anti-Trump bias was blatant—Harvard’s same study showed his coverage was 80% negative, far worse than any modern president. They called him a threat to democracy while ignoring Obama’s overreaches. Trump’s “fake news” label resonated because it was true: outlets cherry-picked stories to fit their narrative. Meanwhile, conservative media gave voice to millions fed up with the double standard.
5. Public Perception (from X and Web Insights)
X posts and web chatter show Trump supporters view Obama’s coverage as a love fest, with media ignoring his failures while hyping his image. Trump, they argue, faced a coordinated attack—every move twisted to paint him as unhinged, despite delivering economic growth, energy independence, and historic deals like the Abraham Accords. Recent X discussions highlight how Obama’s scandals were buried, while Trump’s every word was a crisis. Supporters see this as proof of a rigged media out to get him.
Summary
Obama was the media’s darling, handed glowing coverage that glossed over his missteps and propped up his image. Trump, a true outsider, faced a vicious, biased onslaught from a mainstream media desperate to undermine his America First agenda. The contrast exposes a corrupt media that coddled Obama but tried to destroy Trump for challenging their control. His resilience, amplified by X and loyal outlets, proved he could outmaneuver their attacks.
View: https://x.com/TVNewsNow/status/1916947851600425423?t=weA_G9c3-X_o9JDevM7IZw&s=19