Exposing the lies and the lying liar (Donald Trump) who tells them

For example, as Foser writes: The New York Times published 10 articles in five days, largely about the false claims about eating pets. While they did a great job of calling the claims false, the volume of coverage allowed immigration, an issue that Trump and Vance wanted to center, to dominate the news cycle. As Foser notes, “Even articles that debunk Trump’s lies favor them, focusing on his favorite campaign themes.”

So what’s the alternative? Foser suggests that the press shift its focus from the content of the lies to the liars themselves. Emphasize the dangerous implications of politicians willing to spin stories to manipulate public opinion. Examine the motives behind these lies. Are they distracting from policy failures? Are they galvanizing a base that thrives on fear and division? These are the questions that need to be answered.

Consider the real-world consequences of these lies. In Springfield, the false story about Haitian immigrants led to bomb threats against schools and city offices. Republican Mayor Rob Rue expressed frustration, saying that national politicians are “misrepresenting what’s really happening and misrepresenting our community.” Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, also a Republican, called the pet-eating claims “nonsense.” Yet Trump and Vance remain undeterred, continuing to spread disinformation without a shred of evidence.