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The media representation of the events was not an isolated phenomenon. This shift in narrative extended across several platforms, making historical connections that were both reckless and misleading. Carlson cites commentators on CNN who attempted to link current riots to foundational events like the Boston Tea Party, suggesting rioting has always been an integral part of American identity. This framing perpetuated a dangerous cognitive dissonance among viewers, urging them to normalize violence rather than challenge it.