CNN Hosts Comment On Trump Supporter Report
The liberal media, along with their supporters, have developed a frustrating habit that’s turned into a peculiar form of entertainment: the obsession with explaining things to those they deem less educated.
It’s not just about being out of touch; it’s about dismissing anyone who disagrees with them as simply wrong. This condescending attitude has permeated much of liberal America, creating an environment where differing opinions aren’t just debated—they’re despised. It’s as if the right to be wrong in America has been stripped away by those who have appointed themselves as the ultimate arbiters of truth. This need to correct and disprove others has made them insufferable and, frankly, miserable to deal with. It’s gotten to the point where even overt trolling is taken seriously.
A prime example of this is CNN dedicating an entire segment to debunking the conspiracy theory that the United States is a constitutional republic—a fact rooted in historical accuracy. There’s a clear distinction between democracy and republicanism. While the terms have been used interchangeably at times, doing so is technically incorrect. Yet, this isn’t something that should cause anyone to lose sleep. The irony is almost laughable: the liberal media, with their tenuous grasp of history, attempting to deliver a history lesson. It’s even more amusing when a liberal reporter is presented as an oracle of democratic principles in such segments.
Comical: CNN airs a 5 min segment highlighting how Trump voters better understand the United States than CNN, with interviewees correctly stating we’re “a republic, not a democracy”
CNN: “This is not actually a debate about gov’t, about democracy. It’s an attack on democracy” pic.twitter.com/OiAe9nBPoD
— Tom Elliott (@tomselliott) June 17, 2024
The most absurd part is CNN’s conclusion, which contradicts the segment’s initial premise. They end by acknowledging that a constitutional republic is indeed a form of democracy, albeit an entirely different concept. The United States isn’t a direct democracy like ancient Athens, which would lead to what the Founders most feared: tyrannical majorities. That’s why our Constitution includes mechanisms to prevent such developments, prioritizing safety over efficiency by slowing down government action.
Tom Elliott of Grabien captured this ridiculousness, quoting some of the Founding Fathers for context. President Washington, for instance, recognized the danger of charismatic leaders misleading the people: “It is one of the evils of democratical governments, that the people, not always seeing and frequently misled, must often feel before they can act right; but then evil of this nature seldom fail to work their own cure.” The Founders often wrote about the “tyranny of the majority,” understanding that in a pure democracy, a majority could easily exploit a minority’s property and wealth.
Yeah, we’re a constitutional republic.
Sure, it’s a democratic form of government.
But calling it a “democracy” ignores important, constitutional limitations—put in place by our founders—designed to keep democratic impulses in check.
That’s the whole point of the Constitution. https://t.co/2A3RfEc6Oe
— Mike Lee (@BasedMikeLee) June 17, 2024
James Madison, the father of the Constitution, warned about the insecurity of minority rights in a majority-driven system: “Where a majority are united by a common sentiment, and have an opportunity, the rights of the minor party become insecure.” He also cautioned that democracies are prone to turbulence and contention, often short-lived and violent. John Adams echoed these sentiments, predicting that democracy would quickly degenerate into anarchy, threatening life, property, and liberty.
This isn’t just nit-picking. Tyrannical majorities are exactly what liberals seem to desire, which explains their fervent opposition to the Electoral College. They crave majority rule, where once in power, they believe they can impose their will unchecked. This vision of “democracy” resembles the way some extremist groups view it: once you win, you’re free to do as you please.
Moreover, liberals’ obsession with dismantling the Supreme Court, the body that keeps legislative excesses in check, is telling. It’s about bending institutions to their will—a cornerstone of American progressivism. This relentless drive to break down the very structures designed to maintain balance and fairness underscores a dangerous zealotry that threatens the fabric of American governance.