In fairness the press demands proof from Republicans

And even with proof they won't accept it. I think Mr. Tapper is straying very close to religious apostasy in the church of the mainstream media.

CNN’s Jake Tapper: Don’t Just Trust the Government, Demand Proof.

On the Hugh Hewitt radio show last week, CNN anchor Jake Tapper was asked about Edward Snowden’s leaks and government claims that they’ve done great damage to America. Every broadcast journalist in the nation ought to read his reply. The core of it: Be skeptical, and demand evidence before believing official claims!

Consider! Beware!