Where the right should be on the existence of the ‘Deep State’
If the “Deep State” does exist, Republicans need to be ferret it out. If it doesn’t, shut up about it. A roundup of editorials Friday takes a look at the issue
Opinions from the right:
1. As walls close in on FBI, the bureau lashes out
From columnist Sharyl Attkisson: Why is the media silent on possible FBI corruption?
One could say the idea of a federal agency for conducting criminal investigations has been political by definition, practically from its inception, writes @NPRrelving. https://t.co/Id1CHVJpvW
— NPR (@NPR) January 26, 2018
2. The conspiracy mindset is lazy, damaging and weak
From columnist Mona Charen: The right needs to get off the conspiracy train and settle into reality.
Sorry deep state, we don't live in Russia where you cover up crimes and corruption for the honor of the motherland, this is America!
— Stephen Miller (@StephenMilIer) January 26, 2018
3. Beware a scorched-earth Deep State retreat
From The American Thinker: Congress needs to hold anyone participating in “Deep State” tactics responsible.