The relationship between press and politician - protected by the Constitution and designed to be happily adversarial - becomes sour, raw and confrontational.

Summary

This quote highlights the intended dynamic between the press and politicians, as stated in the Constitution, which is meant to foster a productive tension. However, it notes that this relationship has become negative and confrontational rather than constructive. It implies that possibly due to various factors, such as media biases, misinformation, or polarizing political atmosphere, the press and politicians have deviated from their intended understanding, leading to a strained and bitter relationship that hinders effective democratic discourse.

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