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Andrew Patoski's avatar

Excellent reporting/analysis/cutting through the MSM's bullshit, Judd. It's refreshing to get a more objective take on this and being reminded that there are far too many people who were complicit in enabling this doomed-from-the-start war, who are now given a pass by media whitewashing. It feels like the MSM as a whole is gaslighting the country, but I guess what else should we expect from an empire that has long prided itself as the world's police all while filling the coffers of its military industrial complex. God bless Barbara Lee, the lone member of Congress who voted against the war nearly 20 years ago. If only other members of congress had the foresight and courage she did, maybe then we wouldn't have to be dealing with this "embarrassment" on the global stage (at the expense of thousands and thousands of lives [and dollars]). If anyone should be getting a media platform to express their thoughts on this situation, it ought to be her... Unfortunately based off the media's coverage and handling of this, I do not expect many lessons to be learned and will not be surprised to see history repeat itself down the line.

Thanks again, Judd. These kinds of posts are exactly why I subscribe to PI.

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Gloria Kunik's avatar

All of your news posts are important, and this is no exception. The most accurate thing I’ve heard on TV is from Nicole Wallace. Paraphrasing, she said ‘95% of Americans support the withdrawal and 95% of the media don’t’. The number of Americans is too high, and I think the number of media WAS too high, with those more experienced now capitulating. Big exception is Lawrence O’Donnell, who got it more right than wrong when he focused last night on 20 years of military leadership. The same day Nicole made that statement to Brian Williams, they jointly interviewed Matt Zeller. I’d never heard of him, but his opinion about Afghanistan is clear. Brian’s approach to coverage changed in that moment with Matt. Yes, I know Brian has credibility issues, but the about-face was surprising to witness in real time. This post has gone on too long, so I’ll finish by thanking you for being a voice of reason focused on accuracy.

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