Exactly. We have to stop these vermin from polluting the discourse to begin with.
It’s up to the individual Republican candidates to take on the challenge of developing those pre-emptive tactics
Bang on! Candidates have to have the courage to slap down bigoted reporters and humiliate them publicly. "Are you asking me that question to inform the public or to promote your agenda? What are your credentials, Mr. Guardian of the Truth? Is it true you work for the wholly biased New York Times? How can I -- or the public -- expect fair treatment from a person who is so obviously partisan? I refuse to answer your question, and ask security to escort you from the premises. Next?"
Trump has come close a few times. It's one of the things I like about him.
Exactly.