Is Jake Tapper’s “Original Sin” book just an elaborate smokescreen to mislead the public? Alex Marlow seems to think so.
At a Glance
- Alex Marlow critically reviews Jake Tapper’s “Original Sin,” alleging agenda-driven content.
- Tapper is accused of deflecting blame for media failures regarding Biden’s cognitive issues.
- Marlow contrasts Tapper’s work with his book “Breaking Biden,” aiming for a more truthful portrayal.
- Tapper reportedly shifts blame to Biden’s confidants while shielding influential figures.
Examining “Original Sin”
During a recent podcast episode, Alex Marlow dissected Jake Tapper’s latest book, “Original Sin,” accusing Tapper and co-author Alex Thompson of diverting attention from critical media failings. Marlow claims the book’s narrative scapegoats minor players in President Joe Biden’s circle to deflect from the liberal media’s failure to address Biden’s alleged cognitive decline. Furthermore, Marlow argues that influential figures like Kamala Harris are portrayed favorably, which, according to him, illustrates Tapper’s bias-driven agenda.
Jake Tapper defends his reporting as brave, citing that he was too trusting of his sources, hence misled. However, the article highlights three primary excuses presented by Tapper and Thompson to explain the media’s portrayal of Biden’s health, attributed to groupthink and societal intimidation. Tapper argues against losing access to credible sources due to fear of ostracism, although the public found Biden’s issues obvious. This has critically damaged media credibility, according to critics like Bari Weiss.
Contrasting Political Narratives
Marlow’s book, “Breaking Biden,” offers a different narrative on Biden’s political career, contrasting sharply with the analysis Tapper provides. Marlow positions his work as a definitive account, aiming to unveil hidden truths and forces sculpting Biden’s political journey. Critics point to Tapper’s focus on scapegoating irrelevant democrats as a deliberate ploy. Marlow emphasizes that the inability to hold significant Democratic figures accountable has been evident to the American public, who have witnessed the decline first-hand.
“They have an agenda, And that agenda is to point the blame and scapegoat what is known as the politburo, which is Joe Biden’s inner circle and the Biden family itself, none of which are relevant right now and many of which will never be relevant again. … And everyone else comes out looking good including former Vice President Kamala Harris.” – Alex Marlow.
Media Accountability and Bias
Critics like Bari Weiss echo Marlow’s accusations, highlighting major media’s lack of accountability. As outlined, Tapper’s excuses for biased Republican coverage are described as blatant lies to benefit the Democrat narrative. Media watchdogs argue that Americans don’t need expert insight to recognize Joe Biden’s clear cognitive struggles, observable via candid clips shared online. Accountability questions loom large as liberal media is accused of complicity, deeply harming their credibility in the eyes of discerning news consumers.
“I think that one of the things that is kind of baffling about this story, is it’s so much, in the end, about groupthink and cowardice. Because normal, ordinary Americans who will watch the clip of him—you remember, when he was in the field with Georgia Meloni and those other people and he’s sort of stumbling and doesn’t know where to go—anyone can watch those 15-second clips—they don’t need any sources in Washington to know that person is infirm and certainly not capable of being the president of the United States.” – Bari Weiss
The Alex Marlow Show continues dissecting perceived leftist media biases, advocating for transparency amid increasingly frustrated Americans. Expect Marlow to keep calling out misdirection, advocating for uninfluenced truth in a realm where political agendas remain central to skewed narratives.
