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Trump’s Ugly, Hateful Eruptions Over CA Wildfires Hint at Darker Story

THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent

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Politics of Blame: Wildfires and Rhetoric

This chapter explores the political discourse surrounding California's wildfires, focusing on how figures like Trump manipulate crises for political gain. It contrasts the historical context of unity during national disasters with today's divisive atmosphere fueled by misinformation and conspiracy theories. The discussion highlights the evolution of political rhetoric influenced by right-wing media, emphasizing the decline of civility in public discourse.

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