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This selective outrage underscores a broader pattern: the media’s reluctance to scrutinize or criticize actions when they involve favored political factions but quick to sensationalize if the targets are conservatives or Republicans. It raises questions about journalistic impartiality and the true scope of government overreach.
The Broader Context and Historical Parallels
Historically, the reaction to government surveillance and overreach has varied greatly depending on political alignment. During the Obama era, if a conservative journalist or official was surveilled, the media often rallied to their defense. Today, the silence or muted response to Arctic Frost's revelations stands out starkly.