You only get flak when you're over the target...
Hence the vociferous displays in regards to the bloggers (some of whom are reputable seasoned reporters), and folks here at FR...
The MSM dropped the ball big time in this case and the only way for them to save face at this point is to go with the "official story" so as not to appear incompetent. Unfortunately, in the long run, this will only serve to make them look even more foolish and inept, IMHO.
"The MSM dropped the ball big time in this case and the only way for them to save face at this point is to go with the "official story" so as not to appear incompetent."
I respectfully disagree. They didn't drop the ball, they cooperated with the various security agencies early on, but now they're absolutely livid at the thought of ever validating FR and so-called VWRC bloggers again (Rathergate). They'd have some serious egg on their collective (collectivist?) faces then, so it's not going to happen.
"You only get flak when you're over the target..."
I agree.
"The MSM dropped the ball big time ...Unfortunately, in the long run, this will only serve to make them look even more foolish and inept, IMHO."
They already do appear foolish and inept...I share your HO.