In the ’80s, conservatives introduced the frame of smaller government which has transformed itself into “government is bad” or the “blame government” frame: Here’s some statements you’ll frequently hear from “blame government” politicians: It’s inefficient The market can do a better job End “big government” Government supports welfare and entitlement […]
Don Lichter from the CMPA returned my e-mail: Dear Mr Akadjian, Thank you for your thoughtful note. For us the choice of outlets is a matter of resources and logistics – we simply can’t do more in real time. For several elections we did the 3 broadcast nets; we added […]
Dear Donald Rieck and the Center for Media and Public Affairs, While interesting, I’m worried that your election study showing FOX to be the most “fair and balanced” in election coverage uses a conservative definition of the media. Conservatives and FOX News would argue that to be “fair and balanced” […]
Here’s a selection of a few Benjamin Franklin (the original self-made man) quotes from Bartleby’s and his Autobiography to remind us of some of his thoughts on America. Liberty “They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” Historical Review of […]
I think I love Norman Mailer. Let’s look at a few things Norman Mailer does in this video clip to communicate his values. The question that was asked of him was to talk about “honor” and “shame” when it comes to Iraq. He talks about loving America as if he […]
You know you’ve heard it. The dreaded “liberal media” label that has sent scores of journalists scurrying to defend themselves against accusations of bias. Conservatives love the liberal media frame because it has been tremendously effective for them. Rather than deal directly with an argument, just dismiss it as liberal. […]
Democratic presidential hopefuls were asked what their top priority was in a recent CNN debate. Here’s a sampling of responses:
Who are the 21 candidates mentioned in the Householder indictment? 
The Larry Householder enterprise: Ohio’s ‘largest bribery, money-laundering scheme’ 
Why judicial races matter to Black Lives Matter 
‘Boldly Bankrupt’ at the University of Cincinnati: How privatization corrupts public universities 
Justice is a bargain: 7 questions for Charmaine McGuffey, candidate for Hamilton County sheriff 
