The Psychosis of Tucker Carlson - The dissemination of falsehoods in a post-truth conservative media

Analysis by Joelle El Sheikh, Featured Writer and Francesco Pitzalis, Contributor

The rise of Tucker Carlson in the American media has altered the way conservative America approaches the truth. Carlson’s obsession with conspiracy, peddling of misinformation and dangerous white supremacy have been enhanced since the BLM protests and the onset of the pandemic. In recent days, the Tuck’s parallel universe reached its unfortunate zenith when he compared children wearing masks to “child abuse.” With Tucker cementing his position as a leading figure in the conservative right-wing landscape, his future in politics seems an imminent prospect.