Once again, the liberal media elite is showing their true colors. A photo editor at a major news outlet has raised a ruckus over an iconic image of President Trump, displaying his courage in the face of an assassination attempt. This editor’s complaint? The photo is giving “free PR” to Trump and could be considered “dangerous.” How absurd!
According to a media trend assessment by Axios, this powerful image is being “overused,” suggesting that its widespread sharing could serve as “photoganda.” They argue that the Trump campaign could use it to further their agenda, completely ignoring the fact that the photo was intended to capture a significant news event.
The image in question, masterfully captured by Associated Press photographer Evan Vucci, shows Trump’s unyielding spirit just moments after surviving an assassination attempt. The photo, which shows Trump raising a defiant fist while being escorted off stage with blood on his face, quickly went viral and dominated news outlets worldwide.
This unnamed photo editor advised caution in using the photo, not because of its quality but due to a misguided fear of casting Trump in a positive light. As if showcasing bravery and resilience is somehow a bad thing!
The image has been praised as both iconic and historic and will feature on the next print cover of Time magazine. Some observers suggest that it may forever change public perceptions of Trump, one of America’s most resilient political figures.
Phillip Kennicott, art critic for the Washington Post, called it “a photograph that could change America forever.” Psychotherapist Jonathan Alter also acknowledged the impact of the image, saying it “encapsulates the essence” of what Americans admire in their leaders.
Alter went on to say, “The image and the preceding event perfectly capture the raw vulnerability of a powerful former leader at his most vulnerable moment likely ever in his life, only to be followed by that of perseverance, strength, and defiance in the face of evil.” He added that the image represents the resilience and authority Americans respect in their heroes.
Evan Vucci, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, recognized the significance of the moment as he captured the image. He stated, “I was literally just thinking about doing the best possible job I could because I knew that this was a moment in American history that I had to be at the top of my game for.”
Trump himself commented on the now-famous photo during an interview with the New York Post, stating, “A lot of people say it’s the most iconic photo they’ve ever seen. They’re right and I didn’t die. Usually, you have to die to have an iconic picture.”
Source: Red Right Newsfeed
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