Recently, I visited my Nan’s house. My plan was simple: go for a swim, maybe play a bit of cricket in the park, and crack open a Pepsi while watching her favorite form of entertainment—Sky News.
Jeez, I couldn’t have been more wrong.
The usual Sunday edition of the Courier-Mail was spread out on the dining room table, opened to an article by one of Nan’s favorite columnists. But instead of her usual witty, lighthearted content, there it was—yet another Trump hit piece.
The headline? “Trump is a monkey, not a mermaid.”
Nan wasn’t impressed. She sighed, shaking her head, and told me to send the journalist an email. Her message? “Stick to what you do best—witty, entertaining columns—not politically biased drivel that doesn’t even reflect the opinions of most of your readers.”
So, as any good grandson would do, I drafted an email—pretending to be Nan.
The Email I Sent (As If I Were Nan…)
Subject: A Polite Word of Advice
Hello [Journalist],
I’m reaching out as a loyal reader who usually enjoys your witty and well-written columns. But I have to say, your Sunday piece on Donald Trump was a disappointment. It felt more like a political rant than the usual engaging content I’ve come to appreciate.
Beyond the unnecessary Trump-bashing, there were some major fallacies in your claims. Let me address a few.
“So many Americans are angry at migrants, women, and gay people.”
This is simply false. Let’s break it down.
- Migrants? You failed to include the key word—illegal. Americans aren’t against immigrants; in fact, Trump himself has acknowledged that H-1B visas are a “positive thing” that benefit skilled migrants. The real issue is illegal immigration—and for good reason. Look no further than Laken Riley, a young American murdered by an illegal immigrant. Would you allow foreign criminals to harm your citizens and do nothing? I highly doubt it.
- Women? Trump’s 2024 campaign saw a major swing in female voters in his favor. Under his first term, female unemployment dropped significantly, and let’s clarify the abortion debate—no rights are being taken away. The Republican Party simply believes that individual states should make their own laws.
- Gay people? My own son is a gay man living in Los Angeles, and he proudly voted for Trump—so did his partner. The idea that Trump is anti-LGBT is a media-driven myth. What specific rights has he taken away? Is it because he believes young children shouldn’t be exposed to pride flag indoctrination in schools? Or that biological men shouldn’t compete in women’s sports? Let’s be honest—you can’t argue with that.
At the end of the day, I enjoy your work when it’s lighthearted and witty. But please, for the sake of your loyal readers—stick to what you do best and leave politics out of it.
Kind regards,
Nan
Nan loved the email. She laughed, knowing full well that the journalist probably wouldn’t reply. But more importantly, she suspected something most of the columnist’s readers were likely thinking the same thing—stay in your lane.
And she was right.The reaction online was instant and overwhelming.
TDS in Australian Journalism: Why the Obsession?
For a country that has no stake in the U.S. election, Australia’s media seems bizarrely obsessed with Donald Trump. The constant anti-Trump rhetoric in newspapers, TV panels, and political commentary isn’t just overkill—it’s embarrassing.
This phenomenon, known as Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS), is an obsession so irrational that even self-proclaimed “neutral” journalists can’t help themselves.
But here’s the kicker—it’s completely out of touch with Australian voters.
In a country where cost-of-living pressures, housing affordability, and energy crises dominate real concerns, why is our media so preoccupied with a U.S. politician?
Maybe because bashing Trump is easy clickbait. It doesn’t require thought, debate, or even fact-checking. Just slap his name on a sensationalist headline, throw in some cheap insults, and rake in the engagement.
But let’s be honest.
Australian readers—whether they support Trump or not—are getting sick of it.
Final Thought: To Journalists, Read the Room
Journalists, if you’re reading this, here’s some free advice.
We don’t pick up the paper to see your personal political tantrums. We read it for insight, entertainment, and sometimes even an escape from the noise of the world.
If you built your career writing sharp, witty, and engaging columns—stick to what you’re good at. Because if the online backlash is anything to go by, your audience is already tuning out.
So for the love of your readers—stay out of politics.
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