This is straight our of the old Soviet playbook: Place political “officers” in all aspects of life, but especially in those industries or outlets that have a direct influence on public opinion.
The left have been doing something akin to that for years, in schools and college campuses throughout the country. Now, placing them in newsrooms and networks is an in-your-face reminder that the media must tow the government line.
You are so right. We are the old Soviet Union now.
Waiting for the gulags to be opened.
I have to admit that if it hits the fan everyone will know who the target is. It’s the guy standing around with his arms folded seeming to do nothing.