The MSM attacks on Fetterman are repulsive.

[ForgoTheConsequence]

Ableism is alive and well in the “liberal” (which doesn’t exist) media.



John Fetterman Struggles To Defend Himself In Debate With Mehmet Oz

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/john-fetterman-struggled-mehmet-oz-debate_n_63589f53e4b0b7f89f66d496

[UTUSN]

1. K&R

[brooklynite]

2. Who has said he's unqualified to serve as Senator...

…as opposed to saying that his condiction will be a factor in voters’ choices?

[W_HAMILTON]

3. Who said anyone said he's unqualified?

You seem to be stuck on this new line of questioning today since it's at least the second time I've seen you use it, even when it's not remotely applicable (like here).

[brooklynite]

5. The OP's rant didn't specify what the comments were...

.. so I’m trying to clarify what the complaint about the media actually is, rather than just join in with the “of course they are” opinions.

As for Fetterman, I have no concerns about his ability to serve in the Senate. I DO think he performed poorly last night (as do others if you reread the thread of the debate) and that it could have an impact of his voter support.

[W_HAMILTON]

6. They said their thoughts on the subject and posted a link...?

It seems pretty self-explanatory to me why they are upset and what they are upset about...

[brooklynite]

8. The cited article says that Fetterman struggled to give his answers...

Factually that’s true. TI’m trying to decide if the OP thinks that the article is trying to say he’s incapable of serving, or that it’s pointing out that his struggling will have an impact on voter choices. The first would be a Liam; the second is a political analysis.

[ForgoTheConsequence]

4. It becomes a factor when you shove it down voters throats.

When the story is more about the teleprompter than the issues that’s the problem!.

[LuckyCharms]

7. He's been honest about his current limitations, and to me,

that garners my utmost respect.

He showed strength and courage during that debate.

It seems to be generally accepted that his performance would turn voters off, but to me, I gained even more respect for him.

[crickets]

9. +1

[Polybius]

10. From CNN the past hour:

‘It was tough’: Fetterman supporters voice concern that debate performance will sway undecided voters

[ForgoTheConsequence]

11. Tough because a lot of Americans are ableist bigots.

He was brave as hell to stand up there.