The comment by Senator Tim Scott and other Republicans that, “America is not a racist country,” is like saying humans beings aren’t violent. It is meant to provide an answer without addressing the substance of the question. If we look at America as a collection of ideals then, sure, you could argue it’s not inherently…
Category: media
The New York Times Versus the Truth: How the media giant shut down warnings of Trump’s dangerousness
Published April 28, 2020 I’m the last person in the world who believes in conspiracy theories. So if anyone had told me what I read in Joshua Kendell’s article, “Muzzled by Psychiatry in a Time of Crisis: The Man in the White Coat, The New York Times and The Stifling of the Public Debate about…
Morning (Joe) in America
I’ve been watching Joe and Mika for years. Accusations of favoritism toward Trump are inaccurate. Yes, they were initially friendly toward Trump but so was the rest of mainstream media. They also repeatedly criticized Trump for his inappropriate remarks on the campaign trail, only to discover – like the rest of us – this just…
The Debate Myth: Advice from a therapist
Attention Democratic Presidential Candidates: You’ve studied the issues, honed your policy proposals, reviewed videos, consulted political experts, prepared remarks and practiced with surrogates. But have you talked to a psychotherapist? Naturally, you will be anxious. Any time you feel emotionally invested in something (eg.; a job interview; medical diagnosis; first date) and you don’t have…
The Media’s Missed Opportunity
After his sterling performance at the 75th Commemoration of D-Day, the news media debated if Trump really meant what he read from the teleprompter. When asked about this, one legislator suggested Trump seemed emotionally moved by the experience. I understand holding out hope Trump will change, just as I understand why a battered spouse keeps…
It's More Complicated Than You Think 