OAN’s Brooke Mallory
4:52 PM – Friday, May 3, 2024
A 32 minute 26 second interview with a popular commentator and former actor. fox news Host Tucker Carlson One America News Host Dan Ball spoke on many topics.
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Mr. Ball talks about how he started his career in news and the attempted attack on . One America News So do Democratic politicians such as Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) and others, who say more Americans are waking up to the influence and one-sided reporting provided by mainstream news organizations. He also states his own beliefs.
Carlson begins by emphasizing the First Amendment. He is referring to the U.S. government’s inability to censor the news or pass laws to prevent journalists from expressing certain articles or opinions.
Carlson: “It’s in the text…that’s the point of America…and yet Democrats are still working to shut down news organizations across the country.”
After the two sat down and shook hands, Carlson and Ball quickly dug into how the numerous attempts at permanent closure have been made. One America NewsDemocratic politicians and other detractors have cited “disinformation.”
But if left-wing news organizations are caught spreading disinformation, such as the false claim that “Hunter Biden’s laptop story is Russian disinformation,” the COVID-19 vaccine will be “It’s 100% safe and effective at stopping the spread of the virus,” or even “The Trump campaign colluded with Russia to win the 2016 election,” and most people roll their eyes. We do not expect any apology or public retraction.
In an interview, Mr. Tucker said that Intel’s agents spread the word “disinformation” in the media world. He went on to insinuate that these operatives are using the word to put negative labels on news they don’t like, while silencing those who spread the word.
Historically, in 1923, Joseph Stalin of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union coined the term “deshinformatsia,” which when translated from Russian to English means “disinformation.” According to , the term referred to his KGB black propaganda at the time. History of Information.com.
Ball points out how California Governor Gavin Newsom has consistently sought to “come to the end.” Oan”, the network first revealed whether the COVID-19 vaccines are actually as safe and effective as former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases director Anthony Fauci and federal agencies have long claimed. I questioned it.
“The platforms of concern, of course, are the platforms that are…propaganda machines… [include] One America News…It’s probably one of the largest disinformation networks in America,” Newsom said at an earlier briefing.
Carlson: “There’s a man [Newsom] A person who lives a lie Oan Untrusted. ”
Both hosts laugh.
Carlson and Ball then noted that Newsom essentially shut down California during the coronavirus era. However, during this period, the governor was also caught discreetly going out to eat at the French Laundry restaurant in Napa Valley. The governor was photographed sitting next to people without wearing a mask. This was seen as incredibly hypocritical at the time, as Newsom has been one of the most vocal critics of Californians who don’t want to wear masks or who oppose lockdowns.
Carlson: “Politicians don’t want voters to know they’re incompetent, so they shut out people who tell the truth about them and spread messages they don’t care about…It’s an abuse of power.”
Carlson then went on to explain the US Bill of Rights, saying that the US has made this type of silencing effort “illegal.”
Yet, “it’s now being ignored…” says Tucker.
Ball then highlighted how House Democrats are pushing to cut ties with cable companies. Oan and other conservative news outlets “make it look bad.”
carlson: “How are government officials trying to shut down news organizations?”
ball: “Back in 2020, Hunter Biden’s laptop… Oan The first to break it and claim it was legal…we broke that story in August, before the election. ”
of new york post Even before I posted an article In October of the same year, he mentioned a controversial laptop.
During this time, left-wing mainstream news outlets consistently stated that the Hunter Biden laptop story was “Russian disinformation.”
“Dozens of former intelligence officials said the story had the hallmarks of a Russian intelligence operation.” NBC News Reported on October 30thththis is an article from 2020. Still up and online.
ball: “We were called purveyors of disinformation by all the mainstream media… We were called ‘Russian propaganda activists’… People online said we were owned by Putin. I even said.”
that’s the one in control Oan: “It’s not Trump, it’s not Putin…” Ball says.
Ball then explains: Oan The CEO is Robert Herring Sr. He is a “kind, 82-year-old hard-working man” from Louisiana who started at the bottom and has gotten this far through his determination, he says. Ball also said Herring’s two sons work with him at the station to help out as well.
Shortly after, Ball again highlighted the numerous false media reports surrounding the coronavirus. Oan He previously reported on vaccine side effects and questioned whether Fauci’s claims were in any way false or misleading.
Ball explains: Oan‘s message about the new coronavirus is that no one should be forced to take an experimental vaccine that was created less than a year ago or a vaccine that is ineffective, such as regular vaccines that usually require only one shot. It just revolved around the idea that there is no such thing.
Around the same time, Chris Hayes MSNBC In a TV corner, he asked how the United States could “inoculate more people” with the coronavirus vaccine. The network also brought in Mr. Fauci to hear his expert opinion on the issue.
“When you get vaccinated, you’re protected…We know that to be true,” Fauci said at the time. “But there are some people who haven’t received the vaccine. It’s so frustrating…” he continued.
“If you’re vaccinated, there’s no risk,” Fauci added. MSNBC segment.
Ball brings up that popular liberal news and media hosts like Rachel Maddow have also previously claimed that anyone who gets the COVID-19 vaccine is “safe” from the virus. . But that is completely untrue, as many Americans who have been vaccinated and received booster doses have contracted the virus, despite meekly following the advice of members of the media and Fauci himself. We now know that it was.
Carlson rhetorically asked Ball why Maddow didn’t need to apologize for the false claims.
He also explains how and when Oan featured articles about COVID-19, Hunter’s laptop, how coronavirus masks aren’t helping people stay healthy, and how the election process is rigged. I didn’t like any of it,” so censorship began.
Ball explains that he has started demonetizing YouTube. Oan And there was even an attempt by the video platform to permanently delete the company’s Youtube account. Ball said “four Democratic senators and two California Democratic representatives” who criticize the network support all major satellite and cable carriers and those carriers. The company reportedly sent numerous letters to advertisers.
“Fox, Newsmax, and Oan” Ball said. “Okay, who’s the smallest on that list? We’re…” he continued.
He said advertisers and carriers were “horrified” after the incident occurred.
ball: “After a few months, we get kicked off the platform, stripped of our social media revenue, and our main accounts are shadowbanned or censored… This is what has been going on since 2020.”
Carlson: “That’s illegal… It’s illegal for members of Congress to shut down a news organization just because they don’t like what they’re saying.”
Carlson then changed the subject and asked Ball about his years working in the news industry and what inspired him to get into the industry. Dan started with a desire to “help people,” he says with a smile.
“[Speaking of OAN] “This is a place where I can tell the truth,” Ball continues. “I really embraced it.”
“They want to shut down family-run mother-child networks.”
Ball also discusses other tactics used by certain groups, politicians, and individuals who seek to silence Some American news.
ball: “The other way they tried to silence us is through litigation.”
But then Tucker abruptly interrupted and made a great point going back to the First Amendment.
Carlson: “If no one can hear you, the First Amendment doesn’t matter.”
Ball then told Carlson how the fans and viewers felt. One America News still available for download Oan App “OAN Live” And that the network still offers online streaming. He recalls the CEO remaining steadfast throughout the frustrating process, declaring that his network had the “right to air.”
Carlson continues to express confusion as to why left-wing networks do not seem to receive any real backlash or reprimand from public figures, institutions, or politicians after reporting false or misleading information.
Carlson: “I lay there nonstop for eight years.” daily beast and rolling stone and CNN and MSNBC…It’s like life and death. ”
Both hosts then emphasized the phrase “My body, my choice,” referring to pro-choice women (also known as “pro-choice” women). Ball and Carlson express the hypocrisy of those on the left who refuse to accept the same “my body, my choice” argument regarding individuals who choose not to take the coronavirus vaccine. Mr. Tucker continues to comment on the “irony” of this kind of double standard.
Carlson: “The government cannot shut down news organizations just because it doesn’t like what they say.”
Dunn expresses optimism regarding his belief that more Americans are starting to “wake up” and see through the surface that is “mainstream news.” He also believes that Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter (now known as They also expressed their gratitude for how they were able to be protected. Old twitter.
Ball then went on to say that until recently, when polls showed that more than half of Americans would consider this issue when voting in the 2024 election, left-wing news outlets said the southern border was not an issue. He explained how he had drawn it. meanwhile, Oan He has consistently reported on the core issues happening at the border, even if it makes U.S. politicians and top federal agencies look “bad.”
Ball then begins talking about the future of media and how “much of it will move to online streaming.” He praised Carlson for being on the “cutting edge” of online news and political commentary. Carlson responded by modestly claiming that he was “not on the cutting edge of almost anything.”
Carlson began wrapping up the interview.
Ball reiterated that he believes the network will eventually triumph over its aggressors and the elites it seeks to overthrow. Oancalled CEO Herring a “freaking warrior.”
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