Wednesday, January 05, 2011

Media Matters Daily Summary 01-05-11

Conservatives Falsely Blame Obama Drilling Policies For Rise In Oil Prices
Conservative media figures have blamed the recent increases in oil and gas prices on President Obama's drilling policies. However, experts point to expectations of increased demand and other factors. Read More

Right-Wing Media Falsely Claim Dems Trying To Outlaw Filibusters
Right-wing media have attacked Senate Democrats' filibuster reform proposals by falsely claiming they plan to outright ban filibusters. In fact, Democrats are currently proposing a variety of changes to the overall process that are designed to promote transparency and curb abuse -- none of which include an outright ban of filibusters. Read More

Right-Wing Media's Phony Deficit Blame Game Now Targets Pelosi
Right-wing media are now targeting Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi as being to blame for the increase in the federal deficit. In fact, experts agree that almost the entire deficit can be attributed to Bush's tax cuts, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the economic recession. Read More

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