Key Takeaways:
– Right-wing media channels have been amplifying a false narrative about a crime surge under President Biden.
– FBI data indicates that violent crime, including murder and rape, has significantly declined.
– Instead of reporting these facts, right-wing media fails to give these stories fair coverage while promoting false allegations.
– The propensity of right-wing personalities, including Donald Trump, to commit and dismiss crimes is ironic considering their fear-mongering tactics about crime surges.
Dispelling Myths: No Crime Surge Under Biden
Contrary to the narrative advanced by right-wing media, crime rates in America are declining, not spiking, under President Joe Biden’s leadership. This narrative has been largely ignored by right-wing media operations. Instead, they have been indulging in spreading untruths about a crime surge in an attempt to sway public opinion.
Speaking Volumes by Saying Nothing
Prominent right-wing media outlet Fox News barely discussed the FBI’s updated crime statistics. It aired a brief segment, lasting only 28 seconds, filled with insubstantial remarks. A dubious claim, echoing the sentiments of Elon Musk and other Trump supporters, disparaged the report’s accuracy. This pattern of silence pervaded through right-wing media, with Newsmax and OAN TV offering no coverage.
Decoding the Actual Figures
An examination of official crime statistics tells a different story. There has been a significant drop in violent crimes. Murder and non-negligent manslaughter went down by 11.6% compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, rape cases saw an estimated decline of 9.4%.
Highlighting Hypocrisy of Fear-mongering
It’s ironic that the right, led by convicted felon Donald Trump, is promoting fear about a supposed crime surge. Trump has been found liable for several offenses, including rape and fraud. He’s no stranger to incitement, yet he deflects attention by accusing innocent people of crimes based on falsehoods.
Trump’s Incendiary Tactics
Incitement has been a constant feature of Trump’s political career. From offering to pay bail for supporters who assault protesters to amplifying false claims on social media, Trump’s tactics have dangerous consequences. His actions contributed to the radicalization of a synagogue shooter and inciting the 1/6 Capitol insurrection.
Justice for 1/6 Insurrection
Meanwhile, justice is being served for the 1/6 insurrectionists. Justin LaGesse pleaded guilty to felony destruction of property during the insurrection. Kenneth and Caleb Fuller, accused of battling law enforcement, rejected a plea and will go to trial in January. More than 1,488 individuals have been charged for their involvement.
Washing Away the Crimes of 1/6
Despite this, right-wing media continues to downplay the 1/6 event. Trump has even promised to pardon the offenders, showing his disregard for the law enforcement personnel assaulted during the event. This raises a pivotal point – the right often considers their deeds as not being criminal.
Selective Justice and a Skewed Worldview
There lies the irony. While right-wing figures hide the fact that violent crime is on a downturn under President Biden, they readily ignore criminal offenses perpetrated by their own. This manipulation feeds a dim view of reality to one side of the political spectrum, in stark contrast to an economy that is recovering and a stock market hitting new highs. This distortion mirrors the tactics of Russian media, fueling a harmful, deceitful narrative.
Concluding Thoughts
The reality stands in stark contradiction to the misleading narrative about a crime surge. Violent crime rates have seen a significant dip, a fact suppressed by right-wing media. Meanwhile, they overlook the irony of their own leader’s criminal actions while fostering fear-mongering about a supposed crime hike. This disinformation urges fierce vigilance in discerning the truth in this digital age.