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Media Amplifies Accusations Over Findings
- Ian Shapiro's Washington Post pieces emphasize accusations over adjudicated evidence to sow doubt about ACNA leaders.
- The hosts argue repeated, cleared accusations are used to undermine institutional trust rather than reveal new wrongdoing.
Historical Parallel With Anita Hill Coverage
- Speaker 0 recalls media tactics from the Anita Hill era to illustrate how seriousness of accusations is emphasized over evidence.
- He likens Ian Shapiro's framing to that historical pattern of focusing on accusation gravity.
Repetition Creates Lingering Doubt
- Repetition of accusations in media can damage reputations even when investigations cleared the accused.
- The hosts see this as a tactic to erode confidence in ACNA leadership choices.