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Why dislike journalists?

Karoline Leavitt's comment about preferring 'patriots' to journalists reflects a growing sentiment among some political figures and their supporters, particularly in the US. This often stems from a belief that mainstream media is biased or adversarial. It's a rhetorical strategy designed to appeal to a specific audience by positioning journalists as an 'other' or an opponent.

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