That is probably the best counter example to what Chuck Todd is trying to say. I have stated that quotation from Rhodes many times. Also, the many instances that Rush has of the media spouting in the exact same phrase over and over again.
The tool of "projection" used by Progressives--for example, BC and HRC's Russia interactions and dealings prior to, and throughout the 2016 campaign, suddenly became projected onto her opponent and winner of that campaign, once election results were announced.
Such "Projection" by Dems should be anticipated, recognized, exposed and dealt with openly in the 2018 and 2020 cycles.