The consequences of this journalistic malpractice extend far beyond misleading headlines. By laundering Trump’s words in this fashion, the media is actively participating in the erosion of our shared reality. When major news outlets consistently present a polished version of Trump’s statements, they create an alternate narrative that exists alongside the unfiltered truth available on social media and in unedited footage.

The only answer must be that their bosses want him to win. No reasonable editor would allow this.

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The consequences of this extend beyond misleading headlines or sanitized quotes. It’s creating a dangerous disconnect between reality and reported news, fostering an environment where extreme rhetoric becomes normalized and conspiracy theories gain unwarranted legitimacy.

This won’t remain just a Trump problem. As other politicians observe the media’s willingness to soften and reframe inflammatory statements, we risk further degradation of political discourse. The bar for what’s considered acceptable rhetoric continues to lower, while the public’s ability to discern fact from fiction erodes.

Let's let all the crazy inside. It'll be fun. At least we'll have endless stuff to report about.

Then your free press either reports what they tell you or you go to jail.

Remember back during the trump years when headlines were briefly honest and funny for calling out this shit?

Why has most media gotten progresively softer and more serious Trump coverage since the insurrection attempt? You'd think they'd go harder on him, especially given the stakes.

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While mildly entertaining i doubt if anyone would really read such in full as a real article.

Editorial Report: Trump's Debate Announcement Raises Eyebrows

Former President Donald Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to announce an upcoming debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. The announcement, however, was far from a straightforward press release, instead serving as a microcosm of Trump's combative political style and ongoing feuds with the media and his political opponents.

Debate Details Amid Political Jabs

Trump claims to have reached an agreement for a debate with Harris, scheduled for September 10th in Philadelphia, to be broadcast on ABC. However, the former president couldn't resist taking a swipe at the network, labeling it "ABC FAKE NEWS" and describing it as "the nastiest and most unfair newscaster in the business." This continued antagonism towards mainstream media outlets has been a hallmark of Trump's political career and appears unabated.

The debate rules, according to Trump, will mirror those of a previous CNN debate. In what seems to be a dig at President Biden, Trump suggests these rules "seemed to work out well for everyone except, perhaps, Crooked Joe Biden." The use of the pejorative nickname "Crooked" for Biden indicates that Trump is maintaining his strategy of assigning unflattering monikers to his political rivals.

Format and Fairness Concerns

Trump emphasizes that the debate will be "stand up," with candidates prohibited from using notes or "cheat sheets." This framing implies a preference for spontaneity and perhaps a criticism of prepared remarks. He also claims to have received assurances from ABC about the debate's fairness, specifically mentioning that neither side will receive questions in advance. The parenthetical "(No Donna Brazile!)" likely refers to the 2016 controversy where Brazile, then a CNN contributor, was accused of providing debate questions to Hillary Clinton's campaign.

Jabs at Harris and Negotiations in Progress

In a particularly pointed comment, Trump alleges that Harris declined a September 4th debate on Fox News. He frames this as potential indecisiveness, stating the date remains open in case Harris "changes her mind or, Flip Flops, as she has done on every single one of her long held and cherished policy beliefs." This accusation of inconsistency is a common political attack, though the sweeping nature of Trump's claim is characteristically hyperbolic.

Trump also mentions the possibility of a third debate on NBC, again using the term "FAKE NEWS" to describe the network. He states that this potential debate "has not been agreed to by the Radical Left," a term he repeatedly uses to refer to his Democratic opponents.

Analysis

Trump's announcement, while ostensibly about a debate agreement, serves multiple purposes. It's a platform for him to:

1. Reinforce his adversarial stance towards mainstream media
2. Attack his political opponents, both directly (Harris, Biden) and indirectly ("Radical Left Democrats")
3. Position himself as a strong, decisive figure willing to engage in direct debate
4. Raise doubts about his opponents' consistency and willingness to debate

The confrontational tone and use of nicknames and labels ("Comrade Kamala Harris," "Crooked Joe Biden," "Radical Left") are consistent with Trump's communication style throughout his political career. This approach continues to energize his base while potentially alienating moderate voters.

It's worth noting that as of our last update, there has been no confirmation from Harris's team or the Democratic Party about this debate. Given the unorthodox nature of the announcement and Trump's history of making unverified claims, it would be prudent to seek corroboration from other sources before considering this debate as confirmed.

The announcement concludes with an all-caps "GOD BLESS AMERICA!" – a patriotic flourish that has become a standard sign-off in Trump's communications, possibly aimed at reinforcing his image as a patriotic figure.

As the 2024 election cycle heats up, this announcement, regardless of its accuracy, signals that Trump intends to maintain the confrontational and unorthodox communication style that defined his previous campaigns and presidency.