People believe what they want to believe. The left in America fervently puts forth that their “freedom of speech” is threatened by President Trump.  No amount of debate will ever dissuade them because liberals derive comfort from that point of view.

But what about the truth of the matter? Is that to be considered?  Well, it will be in this essay.

First up, the leftist media have been trampling freedom of expression ever since Donald Trump began gathering political power.  I know this because, as the bestselling nonfiction author in the world, I have to promote my books to alert folks they are in the marketplace.

Before the Trump era, that was not a problem; I had access to the networks.  No longer, and it’s not only me.

Jimmy Kimmel would not book non-liberal guests, nor would Colbert.  When Jimmy Fallon recently spoke with Greg Gutfeld, it made headlines because the situation was so rare. The morning network programs exclude almost all conservatives or traditional people.  The View totally blackballs non liberals.  As does Jane Pauley on the CBS Sunday Morning program.  

Conservative commentator Mark Levin has written a series of bestsellers.  Have you seen him on the networks?  Fox News has some very successful commentators.  Any sign of them on The Today Show?  Good Morning America?  60 Minutes?

So, the most powerful media companies in the world have totally shut down “speech” that opposes liberalism.

And that’s fine with many on the left. Nothing to see or hear here.  Business as usual.   Liberal opinion is on display 24/7.

Conservative thoughts?  Sorry, we’re closed.

This exclusion is a colossal violation of free speech.  Dangerous to the nation.  Putin stuff.  However, you will not hear this truth spoken on the network talk programs, which are now loudly bemoaning Mr. Kimmel’s exit.

How about some honesty and fairness for a change, network people?  Not holding my breath.

Enjoy the weekend.