I've noticed a 'terrorism expert' is almost immediately on TV during almost every big calamity.
The question is usually relevant!
But putting them up front = poor substitute for finding experts in relevant fields.
And can really distort the early conversation.
It can also help to pollinate the inevitable conspiracy theorizing that follows.
#terrorism #baltimore #media #disasters #shipping #maritime #ship
John Scott-Railton☕ /
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2024-03-27 17:32:55
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