White House Launches 'Media Bias' Hotline, Omits Own Bias
The White House just rolled out a public tip line to report 'media bias offenders,' according to The Hill. (The Hill, July 15, 2021). You can almost hear the crickets from mainstream outlets who, for years, have largely amplified official narratives without much interrogation. This move appears less about journalistic integrity and more about managing perceived public dissent on topics like, say,
unconditional aid to Israel or the administration's ever-shifting positions on international conflicts. While the administration decries 'bias,' perhaps they should first examine the bias inherent in their own actions. For instance, President Biden recently approved another $14 billion in military aid to Israel, despite mounting international concern over civilian casualties. This comes after his
campaign received millions from pro-Israel PACs, with OpenSecrets data showing direct links between such donations and voting records. One wonders: will the 'tip line' be open to citizens questioning why a government that preaches accountability consistently ignores the humanitarian cost of its unwavering support for certain allies?