New Orleans The current table thumping by President Trump, Vice-President Vance, and Attorney-General Bondi, seems largely to be a cry that “vengeance is mine” without rhyme, reason, or restraint. It’s hard to tell if this is grief and sorrow over the Kirk assassination being converted into words or a cover for previous plans …
Category: Misinformation
The Relentless Attacks on Fact-based Truths
New Orleans We’re under assault in every direction without a safe space in sight. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that I’m referring to street crime or border crossings, both of which have been plummeting. I’m talking about our ability to believe what we see or hear. I’m talking about our ability to …
Lying and Misinformation as a Tactic
Pearl River Remembering back almost a decade ago to the first Trump term seems almost nostalgic. We were so naïve about the accelerating implementation of new tactics, that then seemed absurd and were easily satirized, but have now proven to be stunningly effective. Kellyanne Conway had her Warholian minutes of fame, introducing the concept …