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In reply to the discussion: The Problem With Propaganda [View all]Buddyzbuddy
(237 posts)engaged in fascist propaganda but I did make a blanket statement that I agreed with the original post. To be accurate, in my opinion based on what I have read from excerpts from NYT, Washington Post, Guardian and half a dozen other sources about what Jeff Bezos wrote and submitted for print in the Washington Post that he and the Washington Post decided to change the long-standing, well established policy of endorsing presidential candidates two weeks before the election. Attributing "inadequate planning" to the reason for the timing. The timing in itself was a strategy. Then to not endorse the only rational, sane candidate was a strategy of elevating the other candidate, a convicted felon, liar, cheater, sexual abuser, to equal standing.
1) nobody but Bezos decided to change this policy and and the editor agreed.
2) a highly successful man such as Bezos doesn't make a decision as impactful as this on a whim. The editorial decision was made to endorse VP Harris for President. The timing was the result of a last minute decision of covering his ass with the possibility of T winning the election. He had to think about his other businesses being jeopardized.
3) Bezos stated he made the decision because of his principles. I think most of us know his principles are very flexible. Just ask his ex wife.
4) Didn't he just go to T to give him money under the auspices of, it's for the inauguration.
This is in support of a new administration that is intent on becoming a full on fascist government.
As a result, many reputable employed contributors to the Washington Post have either resigned or harshly criticized the Bezos decision.
Furthermore, your rhetoric here is fringing on inflammatory and on the verge of personal attacks on DU members. Everybody here has the right to their opinion as do you. If the subject matter seems personal to you, I understand your stance. But you might consider how angry people are at this time, especially DU contributors. This is a safe place to let off steam, state opinions, rational or not. We all have that right. At least for the time being.
Be well.