Opinion: Why is ‘60 Minutes’ amplifying the views of Marjorie Taylor Greene? | CNN

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CBS' '60 Minutes' has faced criticism for featuring Marjorie Taylor Greene on its latest episode, with many arguing that the show is amplifying her extreme views. The congresswoman from Georgia was last seen at a white nationalist event in 2022, but she has managed to move up the ranks of the Republican party over just two years.

During an interview with CBS' Lesley Stahl, Greene shared some of her more radical views, including referring to Democrats as "a party of pedophiles" and downplaying the 2018 Parkland school shooting. However, Stahl did not address Greene's attendance at a white nationalist event or her support for conspiracy theories about the January 6th attack on the US Capitol.

Critics argue that this is a misstep by CBS, which has long been known for featuring "controversial" guests. The network has interviewed Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh and Iran's Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in the past. However, Greene's views go beyond typical "controversy," with her support for Christian nationalism and anti-Muslim rhetoric.

Many have slammed CBS for what they see as a lack of journalistic integrity. Journalist Molly Jong-Fast called out "60 Minutes" on Twitter, saying that spending time with Greene was like "spending currency" – a stark contrast to when the network would interview guests who share similar values. Adam Kinzinger, a former GOP representative and CNN commentator, also expressed disappointment with CBS for hosting Greene.

David Hogg, who survived the Parkland shooting and has become an activist against gun violence, called out Greene's support for conspiracy theories about school shootings and QAnon. Greene has repeatedly denied that the Parkland shooting was staged.

In response to criticism, Greene praised Stahl on Twitter, saying she respected her "greatly" and that she was a "legendary icon" in journalism. However, this statement seems hollow given her own history of spreading misinformation about the Parkland shooting.

The controversy surrounding CBS' decision to feature Greene raises questions about the network's editorial judgment and commitment to journalistic integrity. Will they continue to host guests who hold extreme views, or will they take a more critical stance?
 
I'm so done with CBS right now 🙄. I mean, come on, they're basically giving Marjorie Taylor Greene a free pass to spew her crazy stuff all over the country 🤯. I get it, controversy sells, but at what cost? She's got some seriously messed up views and yet Lesley Stahl barely scratched the surface of them 🙅‍♀️. It's like CBS is more interested in being "fair" than actually holding people accountable for their words and actions 💔. And don't even get me started on the lack of fact-checking 🤦‍♂️. I mean, can't they just call her out on those conspiracy theories about the Parkland shooting? 🙄
 
I'm so disappointed in 60 Minutes right now 🤕... I mean, I get that they're trying to get ratings and all, but come on, Marjorie Taylor Greene is like the poster child for anti-intellectualism and hate speech 🙅‍♂️. And don't even get me started on their lack of fact-checking - if they were really serious about holding her accountable, they would've asked tougher questions about that white nationalist event she attended in 2022... I'm not buying the whole "legendary icon" thing from Greene's tweet either 😒... it's all just a bunch of smoke and mirrors to distract from the real issues at hand 🚫.
 
I'm totally with the haters on this one 🙅‍♂️. I mean, come on, Marjorie Taylor Greene is a full-on radical and CBS is just enabling her by giving her a platform to spread her crazy views 💁‍♀️. I get that they've interviewed some pretty "controversial" guests in the past, but this is different. Greene's views are not just fringe - they're actually hurtful and damaging to people's lives 🤕.

I'm so tired of politicians like her using their power to spew hate and misinformation 😡. And what really gets my blood boiling is that CBS didn't even bother to fact-check her claims or hold her accountable for her past actions 🤦‍♀️. It's just more proof that the network is more interested in ratings than actual journalism.

I've been watching 60 Minutes for years, and I have to say, this was a major misstep 👎. They need to take a long hard look at their editorial judgment and decide whether they're willing to host guests who are just plain toxic 🚫. Otherwise, they risk losing credibility with viewers like me 💔.
 
I gotta say, I think 60 Minutes is doing Marjorie Taylor Greene some kinda solid 🤔. Like, yeah, she's got some crazy views, but isn't that what these shows are for? Exposing the wild side of politics and all that jazz? I mean, they've had way more extreme guests before, like Timothy McVeigh or whatever 😒.

And come on, let's not be too harsh. Greene might be a little...enthusiastic about her views, but who isn't, right? 🤷‍♀️ It's not like she's breaking any new ground here. The fact that CBS is pushing back against this kinda criticism just seems like more fuel for the fire 🔥.

Plus, I think it's good that Greene's getting some airtime. Maybe now people will be all, "Wait a minute, this isn't what I thought of her at all..." 🤔 Maybe she'll even win over some hearts with her passion and conviction? Stranger things have happened, right?
 
I think it's weird that CBS would let Marjorie Taylor Greene on their show after what she said at that white nationalist event in 2022 🤔. Like, isn't that kinda a big deal? I don't get why they're just glossing over it and letting her spew some of this crazy stuff about Democrats being pedophiles... It's not even like she's saying anything new or shocking, she's just repeating some pretty extreme views that a lot of people already know are false 🙄. I'm all for giving guests a platform to share their opinions, but when it comes to Marjorie Taylor Greene, I think CBS needs to be more careful about who they're choosing to interview and what they're willing to let slide 🤷‍♀️. It's not just about being neutral or fair, it's also about showing respect for the people who get hurt by her kind of rhetoric...
 
🤔 I gotta say, I'm really disappointed with CBS for having Marjorie Taylor Greene on their show. Like, yeah she's a congresswoman and all that, but the things she's been saying... it's just not right. And to me, it feels like they're giving her a platform without really holding her accountable for what she's saying. I mean, I get that they've had crazy guests in the past, but this is different. Greene's views are like, on a whole other level of crazy. 🚨

And I don't know about Lesley Stahl, but if she didn't press Greene on some of those things during the interview, then what was the point? It feels like CBS just wanted to have her on because they thought it would be ratings gold or something. But at what cost? 💸
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this one 🤯... I mean, I get it, people want to see all sides of the story, but Marjorie Taylor Greene's views just feel like a whole different level of crazy 😳. She's got some seriously disturbing ideas about Democrats and Muslims, and her attendance at that white nationalist event back in 2022 is pretty hard to ignore.

I think CBS should be trying harder to hold her accountable for what she's saying 🤔. I mean, Lesley Stahl didn't push her on some of those really extreme views, which just feels like a cop-out. And now Greene's going around praising Stahl as if they had some kind of deep connection? Come on, Marjorie, you can do better than that 😒.

As someone who's lived through some pretty wild stuff in their life, I know that sometimes you've got to call out the crazy when you see it 🗣️. And let's be real, Greene's views are not just crazy, they're also super divisive and hurtful. So yeah, CBS should take a long hard look at what they were thinking with this one 👀
 
🤔 I think this is a prime example of how easily our perceptions are shaped by the platforms we engage with online. The fact that Greene was able to pivot from a white nationalist event to a seat in Congress is a testament to her skill at crafting a narrative that resonates with a specific audience. However, when she's given a platform like 60 Minutes, her words take on a different tone - one of gravitas and legitimacy. Meanwhile, the lack of scrutiny around her views raises questions about the network's priorities. Are they more interested in giving airtime to provocative figures or holding them accountable for their rhetoric? The fact that Stahl didn't press Greene on these issues during the interview feels like a missed opportunity to inject some much-needed skepticism into the conversation. Ultimately, I think this incident highlights the importance of critical thinking and media literacy - we need to be vigilant about where we get our information from and what sources are driving the narrative. 📰
 
I'm so done with this, you know what's going on here? It's like CBS is trying to create a parallel universe where crazy doesn't exist anymore 🙄. I mean, we all know Marjorie Taylor Greene has some... interesting views, but do they really need to be showcased on national TV? The problem is, it's not just about her, it's about the message that's being sent: that this kind of extreme rhetoric is acceptable in mainstream media.

And let's be real, this isn't a case of journalistic integrity gone wrong – it's more like CBS is trying to appease their far-right audience by giving them a platform. I mean, have you seen the tickets for her rallies? It's like they're begging for attention from the likes of QAnon and white nationalists 🚫. We need some tough love here, not a free pass to spew hate speech.

And what about all the times CBS has interviewed other... let's call them "colorful" guests in the past? Wasn't Timothy McVeigh on their show too? I mean, that guy was a domestic terrorist, and they gave him a platform just like this. So, where is the consistency here? 🤔
 
I'm low-key disappointed in 60 Minutes for having Marjorie Taylor Greene on their show 🤔. I get that it's their job to feature "controversial" guests, but come on, her views are straight-up concerning 😬. It's like they're giving her a platform to spread misinformation and hate speech without any real challenge from Lesley Stahl. And what's with the lack of follow-up questions about her attendance at that white nationalist event in 2022? 🤷‍♀️ That's some serious red flag stuff. I'm all for critical journalism, not just giving a soft sit-down to someone who's got major issues with our democracy 👎. Can't we get more nuanced and thoughtful interviews from the likes of 60 Minutes? 📺💡
 
I'm really surprised that CBS decided to feature Marjorie Taylor Greene on their show. I mean, she's got some pretty radical views, you know? Like, her stuff about Democrats being pedophiles is just not okay 🤯. And what's up with the fact that they didn't even bring it up during the interview? It feels like CBS is just trying to make a point about controversy without actually having a real discussion about the issues.

I think this whole thing is a bit of a misstep for CBS, you know? They've done some great investigative work over the years, but sometimes I feel like they're more focused on ratings than actual journalism. And honestly, I don't really get why they'd want to invite someone who's got such extreme views 🤷‍♂️. It just feels like they're trying to be edgy or something.

For real though, it's not about being "edgy" – it's about journalistic integrity 💯. If CBS is gonna feature someone who's spreading misinformation and hate speech, they need to do a way better job of holding them accountable. Otherwise, what's the point? 🤔
 
omg what r u guys thinking cbs is just trying to stir up drama 🤯 like they didnt think thru the consequences of havin her on tho 💁‍♀️ greens views are straight up crazy dont 4get she went 2 a white nationalist event in 2022 lol 🙄 and shes still got a seat at the table rn 🤔
 
💔 I think this is a big deal for 60 Minutes. They're supposed to be holding people in power accountable, but instead they're giving a platform to someone who's spreading so much hate and misinformation 🤯. I mean, have you seen some of the stuff she's said about Democrats? It's not even like that's a normal political difference anymore – it's full-on vile stuff. And what's really worrying is that she's managed to insinuate herself into the Republican party in such a short time. It makes you wonder if 60 Minutes was just trying to get some clicks or ratings rather than doing real journalism 📺. I don't think they're being brave enough, and it's not good for their reputation 👎.
 
OMG, can't believe 60 Minutes just gave a platform to Marjorie Taylor Greene 🤯👀! I mean, I get it, they're trying to be all "controversial" and whatnot, but like, come on. This is extreme stuff we're talking about 🤷‍♀️. The woman's views go way beyond just being "radical" - she's actually got some serious anti-Muslim and Christian nationalist vibes going on 💁‍♀️.

And can we talk about how CBS is just enabling this behavior? Lesley Stahl didn't even ask about Greene's attendance at that white nationalist event 🤔, let alone address her support for conspiracy theories. It's like they're afraid to take on the elephant in the room 💪.

I'm not buying the whole "journalistic integrity" thing from CBS 🙄. They need to do some serious soul-searching about why they're hosting guests who are basically promoting hate speech and misinformation 🚫.

This is a big deal, folks. We can't let networks just use their platform to amplify extreme views without holding them accountable 📰.
 
I'm so done with "60 Minutes" right now. I mean, I get that they're trying to do their job and all, but come on! They know Greene's got some serious baggage, from her white nationalist event attendance to those conspiracy theories about the Parkland shooting 🤦‍♀️. And Stahl didn't even ask her about it, lol what a cop out. I'm not saying Greene's views are acceptable or anything, but isn't it the job of journalists to fact-check and question their guests? It feels like CBS is just trying to be liked by everyone instead of doing actual journalism 📰👎. And honestly, if they're going to feature someone as extreme as Greene, they should at least try to provide some context or critical questioning... but nope, not today 🤷‍♀️.
 
omg I dont get why people are making such a big deal about marjorie taylor greene 🤷‍♀️ she just says stuff that makes people mad and that's it 😐 CBS is right to feature her, its not like theyre making her out to be some kinda hero or something 💁‍♀️ I mean whats the diff if she says stuff thats extreme? isnt that what journalists are supposed to do? 🤔 like interview ppl with different opinions and all that 📺 but maybe cbs shouldve asked more follow up questions tho 🤷‍♂️ idk
 
I'm low-key disappointed in 60 Minutes for having Marjorie Taylor Greene on the show 🤔. I mean, have you seen her track record? She's been to white nationalist events and still manages to get further up the Republican party ranks. It's like they're giving a platform to someone who spews hate speech and conspiracy theories without holding them accountable 💁‍♀️. For CBS, it's all about the clicks, but at what cost? We need journalists who will call out extremism when they see it, not perpetuate it 📺. And honestly, I'm shocked they didn't press her on her attendance at that event or her support for QAnon. It's a misstep and CBS needs to do better 💔.
 
I'm totally stoked that people are finally calling out 60 Minutes for playing nice with Marjorie Taylor Greene 🙄. I mean, come on, the woman has been to white nationalist events and is known for spreading anti-Muslim rhetoric and conspiracy theories about school shootings. It's not just about her views being "controversial" – it's about the fact that she's using those views to further her own agenda as a congresswoman.

And let's be real, CBS knows exactly what they're doing here. They've interviewed some pretty questionable guests in the past (hello, Timothy McVeigh and Ayatollah Khomeini!), but this is different. Greene's views aren't just extreme – she's actively working to normalize hate speech and misinformation.

It's time for 60 Minutes to take a hard look at their editorial judgment and commitment to journalistic integrity 📰. Do they really want to spend time with guests who are spreading false information and hatred? Or are they just looking to boost ratings by hosting someone who will stir up controversy?

I'm all for featuring diverse voices and perspectives, but not when those voices come from people like Marjorie Taylor Greene. We need more critical reporting and less of this "let's play nice" approach 🤦‍♀️.
 
man, this is wild 🤯 CBS gotta think twice before hosting someone like Marjorie Taylor Greene on 60 Minutes again. I mean, we all know she's got some pretty crazy views, but it seems like they're just giving her a platform to spread them around without much pushback from Lesley Stahl. I'm not saying it's always easy to tackle controversy, but at least try to hold her accountable for some of the stuff she said... like that Parkland school shooting thing? 🤔 It's not just about being "controversial" guests anymore, it feels like they're just trying to make a buck off of people's outrage. I don't think that's what journalism is all about, you know?
 
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