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How Trump Re-Wrote the History of January 6
Jan 8, 2025
Dan Barry, a senior writer for The New York Times, dives into how Trump and his allies have reshaped the narrative surrounding the January 6 Capitol riots. He discusses the alarming shift in public perception, where support for rioters has grown. The conversation also delves into Trump’s campaign tactics, notably his controversial tribute to January 6 prisoners. Barry highlights the psychological factors that lead supporters to embrace misleading narratives, alongside the complex implications of misinformation and proposed pardons for participants.
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- Donald Trump's narrative transformation has redefined the January 6th Capitol riot, portraying the rioters as victims rather than perpetrators.
- The growing acceptance of extreme actions and the push for pardons among Republicans reflects a troubling normalization within certain political factions.
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Shifting Perceptions of January 6th
The perception of the January 6th Capitol riot has dramatically changed over the past four years, with a significant decline in public disapproval of the rioters. Initially, a CBS and YouGov poll showed that 51% of respondents strongly disapproved of the mob's actions, which has now fallen to just 30%. This shift has coincided with a concerted effort from Donald Trump and his allies to distort the narrative surrounding the event, framing the rioters as victims rather than perpetrators. Additionally, support for pardoning the rioters has surged among Republicans, highlighting how the interpretation of this violent act has evolved and become increasingly accepted within certain political circles.
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