Comments by "wily wascal" (@wilywascal2024) on "Stelter: These aren't news cycles, they're shock cycles" video.

**MEDIA FAIL** -- So, Krystal Ball is now universally declaring that Republicans are the elite! Remember, most big corporations run by Republicans, Republicans control Executive, Senate, and Judiciary in federal government, hold majority of states governorships and legislatures! Wow! Interesting! That is quite the assertion for Ms. Ball to make! Kind of agree, though why is she hiding behind a bunch of sophistry; why didn't she just come out and say so in plain English to make that point "Krystal clear" (TM)? Taking a look below at the definition of elite(s) and the context, we find that Ms. Ball's usage shows she is using the fourth description in the first definition of the word (1. d). Obviously, it is really Republicans holding power in this country, they are the TRUE elite! Which is precisely why Ms. Ball would be wise to refrain from carelessly throwing out words meaninglessly, mindlessly parroting right-wing propaganda, adding to the confusion and problem! In truth, the reality is that all of America is the elite--from richest to poorest--and we all need to change! Blaming the politicians when it is we who elected them (setting aside for a moment the antiquated, undemocratic electoral college which should have been abolished long ago!) is not correctly identifying the problem, meaning the solution proposed is therefore likely to be unproductive, too. Some words--such as elite--are easy to misuse and abuse, and it seems proper care should be taken when using them. Not all elites are necessarily part of the problem, either--no matter how elite is defined below, many can actually be a valued part of the solution! Moreover, there will always be a 'ruling' elite in any organized society, so just throwing the word out there means little or nothing on its own. Are they good rulers; good elected officials; altruistic public servants; dedicated to honoring human rights, the rule of law, and our Constitution? Or, are they bad? Definition of elite (noun) 1. a) singular or plural in construction : the choice part : cream Example: the elite of the entertainment world b) singular or plural in construction : the best of a class Example: superachievers who dominate the computer elite c) singular or plural in construction : the socially superior part of society Example: how the French-speaking elite … was changing d) a group of persons who by virtue of position or education exercise much power or influence: Example: members of the ruling elite e) a member of such an elite —usually used in plural: Example: the elites …, pursuing their studies in Europe
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What's really ironic is Republican idiocy, Doc! However big whomever is in perceived size or stature is immaterial to being right or wrong on an issue! Some people just too stupid to make that connection, though! Sad! The other obvious thing here is when they can't attack the message, slimy immoral slugs always try smearing slime on the messengers! Same old, same old Russian/Republican propaganda games, again! They never learn it's a losing game nobody wins! Not Russia and Putin, and not the U.S. and Americans!
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@ashroskell ***MEDIA FAIL**** -- The "good" German soldier: "I didn't leave the Nazi party, it left me!" Sounds just like some Republicans, doesn't it? Problem for them is, no matter how they might pride themselves on being right in opposing Trump, they're still supporting the machine supporting him. They're still enabling Trump, in the mistaken belief the GOP represents their values, when it never really did in the first place. This Republican reporter from the Daily Beast points to his strong conviction in the rule of law, no less! Gee, as if that was only a Republican trait, instead of the basic expectation of any good American, irrespective of political affiliation! He doesn't understand his own brainwashing, how he is part of the problem!
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***MEDIA FAIL*** -- So, Krystal Ball is now universally declaring that Republicans are the elite! Remember, most big corporations run by Republicans, Republicans control Executive, Senate, and Judiciary in federal government, hold majority of states governorships and legislatures! Wow! Interesting! That is quite the assertion for Ms. Ball to make! Kind of agree, though why is she hiding behind a bunch of sophistry; why didn't she just come out and say so in plain English to make that point "Krystal clear" (TM)? Taking a look below at the definition of elite(s) and the context, we find that Ms. Ball's usage shows she is using the fourth description in the first definition of the word (1. d). Obviously, it is really Republicans holding power in this country, they are the TRUE elite! Which is precisely why Ms. Ball would be wise to refrain from carelessly throwing out words meaninglessly, mindlessly parroting right-wing propaganda, adding to the confusion and problem! In truth, the reality is that all of America is the elite--from richest to poorest--and we all need to change! Blaming the politicians when it is we who elected them (setting aside for a moment the antiquated, undemocratic electoral college which should have been abolished long ago!) is not correctly identifying the problem, meaning the solution proposed is therefore likely to be unproductive, too. Some words--such as elite--are easy to misuse and abuse, and it seems proper care should be taken when using them. Not all elites are necessarily part of the problem, either--no matter how elite is defined below, many can actually be a valued part of the solution! Moreover, there will always be a 'ruling' elite in any organized society, so just throwing the word out there means little or nothing on its own. Are they good rulers; good elected officials; altruistic public servants; dedicated to honoring human rights, the rule of law, and our Constitution? Or, are they bad? Definition of elite (noun) 1. a) singular or plural in construction : the choice part : cream Example: the elite of the entertainment world b) singular or plural in construction : the best of a class Example: superachievers who dominate the computer elite c) singular or plural in construction : the socially superior part of society Example: how the French-speaking elite … was changing d) a group of persons who by virtue of position or education exercise much power or influence: Example: members of the ruling elite e) a member of such an elite —usually used in plural: Example: the elites …, pursuing their studies in Europe
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**MEDIA FAIL** -- Krystal Ball: "Because Joe Biden isn't real people suffering real harm to himself and his son (another non-human, Krystal?) from this lunatic occupying the Oval and the Republicans enabling, aiding, and abetting him!" Why is Joe Biden considered an elite, anyway? Because people like him enough he continually is able to hold office and serve the public? That's simply terribly intolerable, right, Krystal? How does abiding in the democratic process make someone an elite, anyway Krystal? Who, exactly, are these "elite" institutions of which you constantly speak, Krystal? You been looking in your crystal ball, again? Not a Joe Biden fan, but Krystal is cracked! Likes to denigrate the media, when she works and writes for what many consider the most "elite" of media, the NY Times, in effect declaring herself irrelevant! Not only that, but here she is, agreeing to appear on CNN, considered by the right-wing crowd to be the "elite" of the elite! How stupid and hypocritical do you have to be? There are some valid criticisms to be made about the media, but Krystal hasn't quite learned yet how to interpret what she views in her crystal ball, thinks the little picture is the big picture!
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**MEDIA FAIL** -- So, Krystal Ball is now universally declaring that Republicans are the elite! Remember, most big corporations run by Republicans, Republicans control Executive, Senate, and Judiciary in federal government, hold majority of states governorships and legislatures! Wow! Interesting! That is quite the assertion for Ms. Ball to make! Kind of agree, though why is she hiding behind a bunch of sophistry; why didn't she just come out and say so in plain English to make that point "Krystal clear" (TM)? Taking a look below at the definition of elite(s) and the context, we find that Ms. Ball's usage shows she is using the fourth description in the first definition of the word (1. d). Obviously, it is really Republicans holding power in this country, they are the TRUE elite! Which is precisely why Ms. Ball would be wise to refrain from carelessly throwing out words meaninglessly, mindlessly parroting right-wing propaganda, adding to the confusion and problem! In truth, the reality is that all of America is the elite--from richest to poorest--and we all need to change! Blaming the politicians when it is we who elected them (setting aside for a moment the antiquated, undemocratic electoral college which should have been abolished long ago!) is not correctly identifying the problem, meaning the solution proposed is therefore likely to be unproductive, too. Some words--such as elite--are easy to misuse and abuse, and it seems proper care should be taken when using them. Not all elites are necessarily part of the problem, either--no matter how elite is defined below, many can actually be a valued part of the solution! Moreover, there will always be a 'ruling' elite in any organized society, so just throwing the word out there means little or nothing on its own. Are they good rulers; good elected officials; altruistic public servants; dedicated to honoring human rights, the rule of law, and our Constitution? Or, are they bad? Definition of elite (noun) 1. a) singular or plural in construction : the choice part : cream Example: the elite of the entertainment world b) singular or plural in construction : the best of a class Example: superachievers who dominate the computer elite c) singular or plural in construction : the socially superior part of society Example: how the French-speaking elite … was changing d) a group of persons who by virtue of position or education exercise much power or influence: Example: members of the ruling elite e) a member of such an elite —usually used in plural: Example: the elites …, pursuing their studies in Europe
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**MEDIA FAIL** -- Krystal Ball: "Because Joe Biden isn't real people suffering real harm to himself and his son (another non-human, Krystal?) from this lunatic occupying the Oval and the Republicans enabling, aiding, and abetting him!" Why is Joe Biden considered an elite, anyway? Because people like him enough he continually is able to hold office and serve the public? That's simply terribly intolerable, right, Krystal? How does abiding in the democratic process make someone an elite, anyway Krystal? Who, exactly, are these "elite" institutions of which you constantly speak, Krystal? You been looking in your crystal ball, again? Not a Joe Biden fan, but Krystal is cracked! Likes to denigrate the media, when she works and writes for what many consider the most "elite" of media, the NY Times, in effect declaring herself irrelevant! Not only that, but here she is, agreeing to appear on CNN, considered by the right-wing crowd to be the "elite" of the elite! How stupid and hypocritical do you have to be? There are some valid criticisms to be made about the media, but Krystal hasn't quite learned yet how to interpret what she views in her crystal ball, thinks the little picture is the big picture!
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***MEDIA FAIL**** -- The "good" German soldier: "I didn't leave the Nazi party, it left me!" Sounds just like some Republicans, doesn't it? Problem for them is, no matter how they might pride themselves on being right in opposing Trump, they're still supporting the machine supporting him. They're still enabling Trump, in the mistaken belief the GOP represents their values, when it never really did in the first place. This Republican reporter from the Daily Beast points to his strong conviction in the rule of law, no less! Gee, as if that was only a Republican trait, instead of the expectation of any good American, irrespective of partisan affiliation! He doesn't understand his own brainwashing, how he is part of the problem!
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@ontheplayground1871 Who's bad? What, exactly is it that Ms. Ball supposedly nailed? So many questions, so few answers! Why are we not surprised? Like kids on the playground, playing around, not too serious about anything, just making little random meaningless noises, hoping to get noticed!
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Rob C What else would you expect a Russian bot/Republican cult dupe to project in desperation as their ship sinks? Kind of a prime example, isn't it? They want to create a house of mirrors, so they can live in an Orwellian world, like Alice in 'Through the Looking Glass'! Forgive the Republican idiots, for they know not what they do to themselves (or if they do, they just don't care)!
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