Have we entered the Twilight Zone?
I woke up and found myself in the Twilight Zone episode It’s a Good Life. You know, the one in which a horrid little boy banishes to the “cornfield” anyone who doesn’t show him respect, exude platitudes or repeat what is currently called “alternative facts.” (Back then, they were called lies.)
So, when I heard that PT was considering removing the White House Press Corp from the White House, my initial reaction was quite skeptical. And after this weekend, I am more sure than ever that any changes would be disastrous for everyone but the current administration.
To better understand the situation, I’ve:
- Listened to On the Media’s very informative discussion on the history and role of the press corps. Listen to On the Media – Future Tense (if you are short on time, just check out segment 4, How Trump Might Save the Media He So Despises).
- Read what Ari Fleischer, former White House Press Secretary for President G. W. Bush (2001 – 2003) had to say. Ari Fleischer on Sean Spicer
Going forward:
It does sound like that the current process is not ideal. But we need to wait until we have a White House that is guided by intelligence and not malevolence.
P.S. If you have never seen The Twilight Zone’s It’s a Good Life, add it to your list. It’s a classic and oh so timely. Season 3, Episode 8. Link to Amazon – Go to episode 8