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THERE ARE AT LEAST TWO SIDES TO EVERY STORY
THERE ARE AT LEAST TWO SIDES TO EVERY STORYRussia’s alleged influencing of the election and its aftereffects have shaken the US to its core. If it is proven to be true, the free election has been tampered with. Trump continuously dismissing these claims, labelling them ‘fake news’ is worrying and delegitimises his security agencies in the eyes of Americans. The NYT editorial board proclaims that is essential to shield this investigation from Trump’s interference so that it may go through transparently. Russia's meddling has contributed to an extremely volatile political situation.
Keep on reading at the NY TimesPortraying the US as a victim and Russia as an aggressor is somewhat dismissive of history. Without mentioning coups and attempted regime changes, the US has influenced up to 81 elections according to political scientist Dov Levin. These range from the US interfering in Italy in 1948 to Russia itself in 1996. In view of this Russia can feel vindicated to an extent. Nina Agrawal of the LA times looks into his findings. Meanwhile the American government needs to take a look at its own actions and try to practice what it preaches.
Keep on reading at the LA Times
