Rev Left Radio The Democrats War on Democracy & Trump's Brush with Death
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Jul 26, 2024 Analysis of recent extreme events impact on media and culture, debunking conspiracy theories about Biden dropping out, critiquing Democratic Party's candidate selection process, importance of grassroots organizing, building class consciousness, and message of solidarity and resilience
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Media's Fast Pace Dilutes Impact
- Major political events like assassination attempts on Trump quickly lose media attention due to fast news cycles and social media consumption.
- This rapid shift helps maintain the status quo by preventing deep public reflection or crisis.
News Pace Supports Capitalism
- The rapid news cycle pace benefits capitalism by curbing prolonged crises and public outrage.
- Constant moving on from shocking events prevents deeper reflection and structural challenges.
Avoid Knee-Jerk Conspiracies
- Immediate conspiratorial claims without evidence weaken intellectual rigor and empower paranoia.
- A more cautious, evidence-based approach aligns better with Marxist epistemology and practical understanding.