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Trump’s Movement: More Pageantry Than Policy
Trump’s movement centered on symbolism rather than policy, relying on spectacle and pageantry that captivated his base. This reliance on imagery shapes a worldview where politics intertwines with ritual, making substance irrelevant. While figures like J.D. Vance may attempt to continue this legacy, they lack the unique symbolic weight that Trump commanded, making authentic continuity…
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The GOP’s Fantasy Feedback Loop: How They Turn Lies Into ‘Proof’ (And Why It Works)
The Opening Gambit: How a Lie Becomes Lore Last week, Elon Musk blamed “Democrat NGOs” for torching Teslas in Seattle. Zero evidence. Zero arrests. Fact-checkers had no time to type “arson investigation ongoing.” The claim had already metastasized into conservative lore: “See how they ignore liberal violence?” This isn’t just spin—it’s a three-step con that…
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“Where Are the Watchdogs? Why Today’s Journalists Need to Channel Their Inner Ida B. Wells”
In a critique of Kaitlan Collins’ interview with Mike Johnson, the author laments the lack of journalistic integrity and accountability in contemporary media. They argue that true journalists challenge lies and stand up for truth, comparing today’s reporters unfavorably to historical figures like Ida B. Wells. The piece advocates for a new generation of journalists…
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Breaking the Chains of MAGA Fever: Lessons from the Satanic Panic
The late 1980s and early 1990s saw a national panic over satanic cults, driven by fear and misinformation. This phenomenon parallels today’s MAGA fever, which thrives on similar fears and groupthink. Both movements highlight the dangers of baseless narratives perpetuated by self-proclaimed experts and sensationalized media, emphasizing the need for critical thinking and evidence.
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Framing: The Art of Shaping Perception
Click here for an audio version Framing is the art of presenting information in a way that shapes how an audience perceives and interprets it. It’s not just about what is said, but how it’s said. The words, tone, context, and emphasis all work together to create understanding. In the case of Republican Fan Fiction…
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The Savannah Effect: A Portrait of Privilege and Misinformation
To understand the MAGA mindset, we must examine individuals who have never left their small towns yet wield significant influence on social media. These are people quick to share the latest conspiracy theories, shaping the political landscape in ways that often go unnoticed. I call this phenomenon the Savannah Effect. Savannah is a southern girl…
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