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This week’s question
President Donald Trump recently revoked White House access for journalists from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, accusing the outlets of repeatedly publishing false information. A federal judge subsequently ordered their access temporarily restored, finding that the administration likely violated their right to due process. Which of the following best reflects your opinion?
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The discussion
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Mist Carter 0
First of all, they are not journalists! They are mouth pieces and propogandists for the Democrat Socialist of America (DSA). Politico (which sounds like a serious skin rash), CNN (Constant Nefarious Nonsense), and MSNOW (should be MSNEVER) were booted from the White House Press Corps for being professional liars to the American public. The White House does not take issue with any news outlet who simply disagrees with policies and stances of the administration, or constantly reports unfavorable coverage. They take issue with the fact that these fake news outlets have taken their TDS to a new level in what amounts to a coup against the presidency. Our Founders intended for the media to disseminate truthful and accurate information to the American people, as well as holding politicians to account. Truth is dangerous to socio/commies because it disrupts the propagandization of naïve citizens – those who fail to invest concern about America. If media reported truth, we would have far fewer violent protests on the part of mob-mentality wokesters who don’t have a real clue as to why they are protesting – they simply drank the Kool-Aid the media pours out daily. The truth is so dangerous that California recently passed the “Nick Shirley Act” to silence citizen journalists from exposing truths like fraud and abuse from government-funded programs. Arkansas Governor and former WH Press Secretary, Sarah Huckabee Sanders summed it up beautifully when she stated: “I think it’s hard for you to argue against a free press when you’re literally standing in the Oval Office asking questions of the president of the United States. He’s been more accessible and easier to talk to than any president in history. Think about the previous administration, where you could barely get through a press conference. And yet you have the opportunity to stand here in the Oval Office and ask questions to the leader of the free world. The president is right to support the First Amendment. But he’s also right to ask that you be honest and fair. That’s not an unreasonable thing to ask.” The First Amendment doesn’t guarantee any news outlet a spot in the White House briefing room, or anywhere else. Their responsibility is to convey facts, not spin or omission. Sadly, that’s a big ask of these professional liars! “Lips that lie are disgusting to the Lord, but honest people are his delight.” Proverbs 12:22
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wade mackey 1
I got my law degree AND Ph.D in journalism from Costco. Nevertheless, let me offer three points and one putative solution that may be relevant. 1 Access to the White House by anybody, at any time is NOT guaranteed....at all. 2. If the White House opens an event to some journalists, then it cannot exclude others based on their editorial stance. 3. There are about 22 organizations that have permanent, "hard", credentials. Well. how are these fortunate organizations selected? Basically, the White House Correspondents' Association proposes and the White House agrees. How the White House Correspondents' Association actually selects its candidates is (privately) somewhat murky. Solution: Journalists have a right to write whatever they want. They have no right to be read. Journalists/anchors have a right to speak/yell. They have no right to be heard. Accordingly. let them in and, then, respectively ignore them.
The Results Column
How members voted, week by week — and the comment that led each conversation. Tap any question to add your vote and join in.
- Poll 759 Sep 18
The Trump administration has proposed allowing eligible stay-at-home parents to receive assistance from an existing federal child care program that currently helps working families pay for outside child care. The proposal would not create a new pool of federal funding, but would expand who can access child care funds already appropriated by Congress. Do you support this proposal?
49% — Yes, but only if the program includes strict income, work, and eligibility requirements, such as ensuring illegal aliens do not have access to the funds.
“Instead of potentially raising government spending resulting in more government abuse, fraud and waste how about a codified law allowing for less taxes so 1 parent can stay home and care for the growing children. You kno…”
- Poll 758 Sep 11
25 years after 9/11, what do you believe should be the most important priority for our leaders to honor our commitment to “Never Forget”?
49% — Ensure that young people understand what happened on 9/11, learn about the evil individuals and ideology behind the attacks, and honor those lost.
“Never vote for a muslim or anyone sympathetic with muslim ties. Look at NYC, Michigan, and Minnesota for examples of Anti-American, communist leaders they create. How soon (25 years) NYC forgot after saying "Never Forge…”
- Poll 757 Sep 4
What is your opinion of Flock Safety cameras, which have been increasingly used by police departments and communities across the country?
40% — I support them, but only with strong privacy safeguards and strict limits on how the data can be stored, shared, and accessed.
“You have to ask yourself, why now? Data centers, Flock cameras, Axon cameras, popping up everywhere at an alarming rate. Most without a vote or public approval. Why now? Can they be used for good? Yes, but. . . . Once…”
- Poll 756 Aug 28
As Election Day approaches, which issue do Republican elected officials and candidates most need to communicate more clearly—and act on more forcefully?
39% — Cost of Living & Energy Prices
“There is not one single answer. Yet the way Democrat Socialists (COMMIES) who are in the big tent of sh*t (Democrat party), I must vote for "G". The Commie party wants to literally destroy our basic principles, freedoms…”
- Poll 755 Aug 21
The U.S. national debt recently hit $40 trillion. Where should addressing the national debt rank among the federal government’s priorities?
58% — One of the top priorities – The debt is a serious problem that demands immediate action, alongside other major national challenges.
“It's not an income problem. It's a spending problem. DUH!!”
- Poll 754 Aug 14
President Trump has announced new “Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations” that significantly reduce the number of routinely recommended childhood vaccine shots and give parents a greater role in deciding which vaccines their children receive. Which statement best reflects your view?
53% — I strongly support the change. The childhood vaccine schedule has become excessive, and parents - not government - should have the primary authority to make these decisions with their doctors.
“Many parents are not the brightest bulbs raising children today. Have you seen the generation of idiots voting for Socialist Democrats (aka communists)?”
- Poll 753 Aug 7
Which statement best reflects your view on the threat posed by radical Islam to the United States?
75% — It is a very serious and growing threat that Congress and the Trump administration should treat as a top national priority.
“Islam’s holy text is the Qur’an but was not actually “written” until decades after the death of Muhammad (AD 570-632), who was the founder of Islam. Islam teaches a concept known as “abrogation” or replacement. Under th…”
- Poll 752 Jul 31
Do you believe that Dr. Fauci should face prosecution?
78% — Yes. The evidence already clearly shows that Dr. Fauci should be prosecuted.
“Would you like to see {insert-political-figure-here} prosecuted for the {insert-crime-here} that they very clearly did? ... well, of course, hang 'em high! It'll never happen though, I am so weary of hearing about this…”
- Poll 751 Jul 24
Which of the following best describes your view on the rapid construction of new data centers across the United States?
40% — I generally support it, but only with safeguards
“We survived 1000's of years with out all this crap and better off without all the electronics, phones, a million channels on TV. This country has to get back to the basics. It's good for some things (research) but overal…”
- Poll 750 Jul 17
Which election integrity reform do you believe should be Congress's highest priority?
53% — Proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote
“With the exception of no reform needed there should be “all the above”.”
- Poll 749 Jul 10
The U.S. Supreme Court recently struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship for children born in the United States to parents who are in the country illegally or temporarily. The decision has renewed debate over whether birthright citizenship should remain unc
40% — Birthright citizenship should be limited to children with at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
“The 14th Amendment was never intended to create citizenship tourism or certainly reward lawbreakers by entering our country illegally. It was designed to ensure freed slaves received U.S. citizenship following the Civil…”
- Poll 748 Jul 2
Which patriotic tradition do you believe best represents the spirit of America?
29% — Teaching children about America’s founding
“All of the above should be a choice. Teaching children seems to be a given but with our teachers today being so liberal and trying to indoctrinate and brainwash this our children it makes sense to be here. Sad that it ta…”
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