How Outlets on the Left and Right Have Covered the Los Angeles Wildfires
Published On Jan 9, 2025, 7:41 PM
Recent wildfires in Southern California have led to extensive media coverage, highlighting differing narratives by conservative and liberal outlets. Conservative media blame the fires on Democratic leadership, particularly criticizing Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for being out of the state during the response. In contrast, liberal media focus on the administration's insensitivity and link the intensity of the fires to climate change. As of now, the wildfires have resulted in fatalities, devastating large areas, and necessitated evacuations in Los Angeles.
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