Marc Elias says threats to democracy should be a daily story: "Treat it like we treat other major stores that pose existential risks to the country by covering it every day in a clear pro-democracy slant."
CNN's Brian Stelter asked a Democratic attorney mixed up in the probe into the Russia investigation's origins what advice he would give the media on covering "threats to democracy." Marc Elias – the general counsel for Hillary Clinton's campaign who hired the research firm that spearheaded the infamous Christopher Steele dossier – was introduced by Stelter on "Reliable Sources" Sunday as being concerned about a "true constitutional crisis" but also "critical of this show last week." Elias earned his way onto the media affairs show by criticizing CNN earlier in the week and drawing the attention of Stelter, a proficient tweeter. Free next Sunday at 11am ET? — Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) October 11, 2021 "I want to hear your No. 1 critique of how the news media is or is not covering threats to democracy," Stelter said. Elias noted he was "usually more praising of your show," drawing a smile from Stelter...