Right-wing media have waged a full-scale campaign to cover up the events of January 6

[Nevilledog]

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What happened on January 6 was very much the result of a right-wing media propaganda operation that sought to delegitimize the 2020 election. Since then, there has been a concentrated effort to cover up what happened and spread further conspiracy theories.

Right-wing media have waged a full-scale campaign to cover up the events of January 6
mediamatters.org
9:55 AM · Jul 6, 2021

https://www.mediamatters.org/january-6-insurrection/right-wing-media-have-waged-full-scale-campaign-cover-events-january-6

We have now arrived at an auspicious half-anniversary marking six months since a mob of angry Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, attempting to shut down the counting of Electoral College votes during a joint session of Congress — the final procedural step to confirm Joe Biden’s election victory.

What happened on January 6 was very much the result of a right-wing media propaganda operation that sought to delegitimize the 2020 election. Since then, there has been an effort to cover up what happened and to spread further conspiracy theories that would erase any semblance of accountability. Adding to this disinformation campaign, Republican politicians have almost unanimously opposed any comprehensive investigation into the events of that day.

And it’s not just about 2020, either. Behind all the smoke and mirrors is a real political battle going on for 2024.

How right-wing media got Trump supporters ready for a coup

After the 2020 election, right-wing media outlets not only spread many lies about the election, but also fanned numerous fantasies about a possible maneuver that could take place on January 6 leading to Trump remaining in office.

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[CrispyQ]

1. Seen on FB:

[CrispyQ]

2. I have family members downplaying what happened.

Republicans, of course.

"Oh it was just people getting a little riled up & letting off steam from a tense year." That seems to be the favorite.

[PortTack]

3. Let them try...we will not let ppl forget...ever!

[IcyPeas]

4. wonder if Fox shows any of the insurrection videos?

CNN is keeping the story alive by showing new videos, etc. does Fox?