VIDEO: "Who cares about the Iranians?"

In the clip below Fox’s Liz Trotta made the statement, “Who cares about the Iranians?” in reference to a charge—discredited by the CIA—of Ahmadinejad’s involvement in the 1979 hostage scenario.

Trotta’s remarks are hateful and irresponsible, communicating misinformation to their viewers and promoting a dangerous atmosphere of hostility. They also alienate over 70 million Iranians—potential allies—who are among the most US-friendly in a region where US influence and standing is quickly fading. In reflecting on Trotta’s remark, it is worth questioning if the same statement could be made about other ethnic groups or nationalities.