Rachael Bade
Role at the time: Political journalist expressing analysis on her personal X account
Condemned
Response to this claim
Democrats' earlier treatment of Fetterman was excessive, but addressing the opposing party's convention crossed a separate line.
“a bridge too far”
Read the original post (opens in a new tab)Bade distinguishes unfair treatment of Fetterman from his convention decision
Full post offers a qualified criticism: prior treatment by Democrats was excessive, but appearing at the opposing convention crosses a different line.
Why we used this label
Bade previously defended Fetterman’s moderation but calls this particular act a step too far. A favorable view of other conduct does not make this event mixed.