journalist – n. a person who collects, writes or edits news stories for the media

coup – n. a sudden attempt by a small group of people, or military leaders, to take over a government usually through force

absurdity – n. something that makes no sense

hearing – n. a meeting in which evidence is given and arguments are made

purge – n. to remove people from a group, organization or government

legitimate – adj. fair or reasonable​

page – n. a document; part of a book, newspaper or magazine

column – n. a commentary or political opinion piece