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“Every two years the American politics industry fills the airwaves with the most virulent, scurrilous, wall-to-wall character assassination of nearly every political practitioner in the country - and then declares itself puzzled that America has lost trust in its politicians.” quote by Charles Krauthammer
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“Every two years the American politics industry fills the airwaves with the most virulent, scurrilous, wall-to-wall character assassination of nearly every political practitioner in the country - and then declares itself puzzled that America has lost trust in its politicians.”

Charles Krauthammer

About This Quote

Source Speech: Commentary on American politics, 2015

The media repeatedly attacks politicians with harsh criticism, then wonders why public trust erodes.

In simple terms: Media attacks politicians, then blames loss of trust.

Key Takeaway

Recognize media bias and seek balanced information.

Themes

media criticism political trust public perception

Mood

cynical critical

Type

analytical commentary

When to use this quote

  • voter education
  • media literacy
  • political campaigns
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

journalism political communication trust erosion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does media framing affect your view of politicians?
  • What sources can you trust for unbiased political news?
A Different Perspective

The critique may overlook systemic issues beyond media rhetoric.

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