Myths and Falsehoods Surrounding the Christmas Day Terrorist Attack

by Media Matters for America on January 9, 2010

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Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– Conservative media figures have politicized the failed Christmas Day terrorist attack to criticize President Obama’s handling of national security matters. But their assertions about Obama’s and former President Bush’s handling of terrorism and national security are replete with myths and falsehoods.