Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.
Rich Lowry
Editor-in-Chief, Rich Lowry, takes on the Left, and explains today's events in the context of America's remarkable history.
Why Is the Media Trying to Ruin an Ole Miss Student’s Life?
The Ole Miss viral video controversy has sparked accusations of racism, national media outrage, and a student’s withdrawal from the University of Mississippi. But did ABC News, CBS News, and the mainstream media take the story too far?
National Review's Rich Lowry examines the Ring doorbell footage showing Ole Miss students making monkey noises and gestures outside an apartment occupied by Black students. After the video went viral, Alaina Kunes apologized and withdrew from the university, while maintaining that she did not knowingly target Black residents.
Rich challenges the media's handling of the controversy, questions what the footage actually proves, and argues that accountability should leave room for context, proportionality, and second chances.
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