Time was, "authorized journalists" considered themselves watchdogs over government. Here's the latest "official news" on Wayne Fincher--not a deviation from the government line in the pack:
So much for the court of public opinion. Why mess up a good story with the other side? And think how much money we'd save if we could just let people get convicted in the press.
Judge says Ark. Militia Leader Lied about Assets
Fincher Ordered To Pay For His Attorneys
Judge says militia leader misled the court about finances
Appeals Court Calls Fincher On The Carpet
Militia leader has 10 days to answer financial questions
So much for the court of public opinion. Why mess up a good story with the other side? And think how much money we'd save if we could just let people get convicted in the press.