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This story raises questions about governance, accountability, and American values.
The AP’s framing treats a rare Trump-era “thank you” to the press as the story, as if tone is the main measure of good governance. That assumption flatters the media’s self-image, but it misses why many Americans stopped trusting the referee in the first place. Conservatives don’t need constant conflict with reporters, but we do need **basic fairness in coverage** and an honest accounting of past errors.
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A rare 'thank you' to the media from the Trump administration
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The AP’s framing treats a rare Trump-era “thank you” to the press as the story, as if tone is the main measure of good governance. That assumption flatters the media’s self-image, but it misses why many Americans stopped trusting the referee in the first place.
Conservatives don’t need constant conflict with reporters, but we do need basic fairness in coverage and an honest accounting of past errors. When newsrooms race narratives, rely on anonymous sourcing, or blur reporting with commentary, public confidence erodes. A courteous moment doesn’t fix that. It just highlights how unusual candor has become on both sides.
The larger point is public trust and institutional accountability. A free press matters, but so do equal standards and rule-of-law reporting. Respect is earned by accuracy, not exchanged as a favor.
Commentary written with AI assistance by the New Republican Times Editorial Board.