This hatred or complete misunderstanding of journalism is probably the scariest part of this new world we live in now.
Why do you think there’s a mistrust of the news in the first place?
Hint:
I personally believe that this whole numbers business is a waste of fucking time and journalism. There are far more important thing for this country that should be making the news.
IT DOESN’T MATTER HOW MANY PEOPLE SAW IT.
And this is the most important thing. If they’re willing to brazenly lie about such an insignificant thing, how can they be trusted on anything that actually matters?
The press should not ignore easily disprovable statements.
If people just decide to not trust the press and elect a unqualified shithead because of it, then as a country we’ve gotten what we deserve for not caring about facts.