Send this page to someone via emailNews media has faced heightened criticism from right-leaning politicians as a trucker convoy rolls into Ottawa, but one former conservative strategist says it’s an example of a long-standing tactic. Tim Powers, the chair of Summa Strategies, told Global News that criticizing the media is “part of normal strategic practice” for conservative politicians, particularly when they feel like they’re in trouble. Story continues below advertisementThe current challenge for the Conservative Party of Canada, according to Powers, is the scrutiny faced by leader Erin O’Toole. Read more: Regina police release traffic plan ahead of trucker convoy planned at LegislatureCanada-wide, right-leaning political leaders have voiced support for the convoy that arrived in Ottawa on Friday. The widespread political criticism of Canadian media amounts to poisonous rhetoric, according to Mitch Diamantopoulos, associate professor of journalism at the University of Regina.

Source: CBC News January 29, 2022 18:26 UTC