Tucker Carlson's "Spiritual Battle" with Washington



by FARUK IMAMOVIC

Tucker Carlson's "Spiritual Battle" with Washington
Tucker Carlson's "Spiritual Battle" with Washington © Getty Images News/Chip Somodevilla

"I do think this is a spiritual battle. There's no political explanation for it whatsoever," declared Tucker Carlson, the former Fox News host, during a recent interview. His words were a sharp critique aimed at what he perceives to be the insidious nature of Washington's elites, whom he dubs the "most anti-human group" he's ever encountered in his three-plus decades living in the capital.

Blocked from Interviewing Putin

Further adding to the list of controversies surrounding Carlson was his claim that the U.S. government hindered his efforts to interview none other than Russian President Vladimir Putin. "I tried to interview Vladimir Putin, and the U.S.

government stopped me," he asserted. This revelation, if true, adds yet another dimension to the evolving dynamics between the U.S. and Russia. Carlson bemoaned the seeming lack of solidarity from fellow journalists. Though the journalistic realm thrives on diverse perspectives, Carlson felt that the essential principle of journalism - giving a platform to varied voices, even those considered contentious - was blatantly ignored.

"You’re not allowed to hear Putin's voice," Carlson stated, underlining what he sees as an attempt to stifle access to alternative narratives.

A New Chapter: Carlson’s Media Empire

Since his departure from Fox News, Carlson's journey has been nothing short of eventful.

While controversies continue to accompany him, his ambitions are clear - to establish his own influential media presence. Presently, he hosts a show on X, which, interestingly enough, has been commended by Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc.

Musk amusingly noted that the show's viewership seemingly exceeds the U.S. population. Yet, with this spotlight, there comes immense scrutiny. As a commentator, Carlson’s perspectives have continually shaped discussions, but now, as the subject, he finds himself at the center of debates that challenge the very essence of journalism and its role in a democratic society.

In an era where the lines between news and entertainment often blur, and narratives can be as divisive as they are informative, Carlson's journey reflects broader tensions within the media landscape. Only time will tell where his new venture takes him and how it will influence the discourse of the nation.

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