Chime in if you remember how the "press" in this country pushed for war

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9. EXACTLY why even dem leaders don't do the right thing when

given the chance.

There are many in media and politics who aren't willing to upset the apple cart, rotten though the apples may be. We're supposed to be the leader of the free world...the greatest country on earth, ever....an example for the developing world...etc.. There must be tremendous reluctance behind the closed doors of DC, of boardrooms, and media outlets to point out the HUGE mistakes and fundamental flaws of our country. The investment in a brand and trillions at stake must make it so. They must think our country's image is so bound to rightiousness, destiny, god's will, the world's best interests, the bright goodness of democracy, etc that pointing out flaws tarnishes not just the image but the basic structure and strength of the country.

Losing trust...losing belief....this is what happens when myths tumble and hard truths are learned. We went to war...WAR...where hundreds of thousands died--based on lies. How can a healthy democracy do that? Our election system is geared as much toward manipulation as it is fairness and transparency. How would it be if the whole world realized this? Most of our wealthy representatives are outright purchased by those with power and money. Our Justices are politicized. How does rlsing wealth inequality square with the American Dream?

Too many people have too much of a stake in an Image....an illusion....must have been cheaper to create the illusion and keep it going than address the basic problems. That's where we are the last 30 years....creating a false 'reality' to replace truth and analysis.