
Why Is Alexei Navalny's Death Being Depicted as So Vital for Americans—As Assange Faces Final “Life or Death” Extradition Appeal?
System Update with Glenn Greenwald
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Media Coverage and Selective Outrage
The chapter explores how the media portrays individuals with controversial backgrounds, discussing various instances of selective outrage based on nationality and political affiliations. It touches on the lack of attention given to certain cases, like the death of an American in a Ukrainian prison, compared to others, critiquing the biased framing by media outlets. The narrative highlights the double standards in coverage, emphasizing the challenges faced by those questioning government actions and the tactics used to discredit dissenting voices.
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