Please note, in particular, Mr. Egan's critical (and astute) comments about radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh.
http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/08/25/building-a-nation-of-know-nothings/?src=me&ref=general
Misc. writings, observations, and citations. Please see primary blog: www.andrewleefielding.blogspot.com