On the other hand, when politicians no longer care to even bother lying to the public, what does that signal?

Here’s an example from last year.

It is worth hearing a few times to absorb the full sense of nascent tyranny.

That quote, repeated time and again, actually spurred a revolt. You may have heard about it.

But was only a single battle won? The sad thing is it is still not clear if that revolt will ultimately be successful. The fool who spoke what he believed to be true, unintentionally aiding the revolt and thus harming his supporters, is now confidently seeking higher office.

Thus, I call it “The Sound of Rulers”. Get used to it.