The Hostages and a Truth Countermovement
The untold hypocrisy of Meta/Facebook coverage, and eloquence from MLK
I’m closely following how the news handles coverage of a ceasefire deal between Israel and the Islamist terrorists of Hamas. As you may know, I’m the rare person who tries to avoid rushing into hot takes. I’m analyzing the coverage to see how well, or how poorly, big mainstream media do. Keep sending me links to what you see, as well as your thoughts. The same goes for the coverage of fires in L.A. To all those suffering amid the fires, thoughts with you.
In the new episode, I explain that while it’s difficult to see liars rewarded — whether they’re politicians, news organizations, or even terrorists and their puppet masters in Iran — there is reason for hope. Truth and justice can advance. I explain what we can do and give you real-life examples proving it’s possible.
Movements spark countermovements. Together, we can launch a countermovement for truth.
As part of this, I share the untold, crucial part of the story of Meta dropping its “fact checking” operation. It’s very much a case of news organizations wanting “rules for thee but not for me.” Plus, what a popular band’s name change signified. And eloquent words from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Links:
Honest Reporting on Vox’s “sickening masterclass in victim blaming
A previous episode on a TV “news” network punishing journalism
An event I did with Tarana Burke, the fantastic founder of #MeToo.
I have a new op-ed to go along with this episode. There’s a firewall, but remember: My paid subscribers learn how to access just about any news article for free.
Let’s meet in person! I have six speaking events scheduled over the next month, including ones you can register to attend in Atlanta and Albany, NY. To bring me to an event near you, use this form.
JL
