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>>On the MSM issue, I think the responsibility to deescalate the conflict is his. I find it unacceptable and dangerous that he's making blanket derogatory statements about the media in general... Even from his POV, why risk alienating or de-legitimizing the possibly few entirely honest and well intentioned reporters? Or does he not need the media in general? Because, I don't think that would be an option... obviously.
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>After years, it should be obvious that he doesn't need the media.

But we do, don't we?

>The media needs him. In a way, they assisted in his election.

I'm not sure I get it. I witnessed life in societies where the media published nothing but adulatory reviews for the leader... I don't think that's what you meant.