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Originally Posted by whell
One has to wonder why some don't learn the lessons of history. The press in this country have a unique roll, and historically referred to as the "fourth branch of government" or "fourth estate". This unique roll is protected by the First Amendment. While certainly not legally a co-equal branch of government, the unique roll that was envisioned for the press was that it is the news media's responsibility to inform the electorate, which is essential to a functional, effective democratic form of government.
So, held to a higher standard? Maybe, to the extend that this "fourth branch's" role is to help keep the other branches "honest".
What really appears to be happening is that, much like the rest of Washington DC, the fourth branch is becoming more dysfunctional every day.
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I would suggest that that is exactly what they are doing with this dishonest president, his ruling family, and the conniving republican party who are all practicing the teachings of Hitler to divide this country so very well. I am constantly astounded at the lies this president spews that always go unchallenged by his own party.
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It occurs to me that republicans seem to view black, Mexican, LGBT, Muslims and poor people in the same light as Nazi Germans once viewed Jewish people. We must be vigilant that it goes no further.
Last edited by MrPots; 06-09-2017 at 09:43 AM.
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