Scarborough emphasized that the response to Frum's commentary was a matter of civility, stating 'that wasn't the sound of fear, that was the sound of civility.' He asserted that Mika simply pointed out the flippancy of the joke rather than apologizing, reiterating the importance of maintaining a standard of respect and consideration, especially in the charged political atmosphere. He further criticized the notion that a benign discussion should provoke such panic, highlighting a broader concern for responsible discourse.
Referring to the Atlantic article, Scarborough pointed out, 'Helen Thomas famously asked, “Are you afraid of the truth?” And if you are afraid of this tiny little, not even a gaffe, but a flippant joke—what does that say about the times we live in?' He indicated that creating a culture of fear over casual remarks is indicative of greater societal issues, underscoring the need for more open, fear-free dialogue in media.
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