In Sinclair Lewis's "It Can't Happen Here," the character Berzelius Windrip critiques the behavior of editors in the press. He portrays them as detached individuals who prioritize their own interests over the welfare of society or the truth. Instead of engaging with the world, these editors are depicted as lurking in isolation, concocting misleading narratives to further their careers and enrich themselves.

This commentary highlights Windrip's disdain for those in media who distort the truth to undermine principled politicians. He suggests that such actions not only harm public figures who genuinely strive to serve the common good but also contribute to a broader atmosphere of deceit and manipulation that can undermine democracy itself.