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“The Bush Administration, and particularly Bush's chief political strategist and Deputy Chief of Staff, Karl Rove, have been expert in both galvanizing and mobilizing the fears and resentments of people. A good part of their politics consists of being against others who are defined in stereotypical terms. These others don't, in actual reality, exist. The so-called Democratic elitists, for example, are a stereotype who they can hate. Anyone who watches Fox News or listens to Rush Limbaugh knows that this hatred of the other is at the core of their politics.”

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Sidney Blumenthal
Sidney Blumenthal

Sidney Blumenthal is a prominent American journalist known for his extensive career in political reporting and commentary. Born on November 6, 1948, he has made significant contributions to the field of journalism with his insightful analysis and reporting on American politics. more

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