

Rittenhouse Jury Deliberates and Media's Disastrous Coverage, with Gov. Chris Christie, Robert Barnes, Andrew Branca, and Richard Baris | Ep. 205
Nov 17, 2021
Joining the conversation are Chris Christie, former New Jersey Governor and political strategist, Robert Barnes, Rittenhouse's ex-civil attorney, Andrew Branca, self-defense legal expert, and Richard Baris, polling director. They delve into the Rittenhouse trial's jury deliberations and implications of media misrepresentation. Discussions include the prospect of a mistrial, jury dynamics influenced by public opinion, and the Republican Party's communication challenges amidst a shifting political landscape. Legal insights and polling predictions round out an engaging dialogue on justice and politics.
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Rush to Judgment on Jacob Blake
- The media and political leaders rushed to judge the Jacob Blake shooting before knowing all the facts.
- This rush to judgment fueled public anger and contributed to the unrest in Kenosha.
Biden and Harris on Jacob Blake
- Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, then presidential candidates, called for the officers involved in the Jacob Blake shooting to be charged.
- Harris even visited Blake and expressed pride in him, despite the allegations against him.
Police Shootings and Public Perception
- Police shootings are not as prevalent as perceived, with a small percentage of those shot being unarmed.
- The media's focus on these cases creates a distorted public perception of police brutality.