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Defensiveness and Distraction in Political Discourse
This chapter examines the defensiveness of wealthy individuals and corporations in response to criticism about their business practices, particularly in relation to political movements advocating for less democratic governance. The discussion critiques the narratives surrounding wokeness and cancel culture, highlighting how these issues are often used as distractions from pressing socio-economic problems. Additionally, the chapter explores the asymmetry of accountability in media, contrasting the scrutiny faced by left-leaning institutions with the leniency often afforded to right-leaning sources.