Freedom of the Press is enshrined in the Constitution to protect the Fourth Estate, the media, as it fulfills its role. Which is to be a watchdog on politicians and government. Reporting accurately, skeptically questioning and examining, always vigilant in expecting politicians/government to slip off the rails and go after power, money, influence, and control. Is your source a watchdog?
Take CNN, for example. Which had had a reputation as being a legitimate news organization. Does CNN report the news…or shape the news? Does CNN challenge politicians on both sides of the spectrum, or do they only challenge Republicans? As a test, consider the reporting on the pandemic and actions by governors, starting with CNN’s treatment of Gov. Cuomo during the past year.
If you are unsure, do a simple brain exercise. Imagine the actions and results would be the same, but imagine that the governor of New York who ordered nursing homes to accept infected patients had been a Republican. The story would have been the same…just with a Republican causing it instead of the Democrat Cuomo. How do you think CNN would have reported on the story?
Do the same such exercise with any number of other governors and other topics/issues/actions.
Who are your sources for legitimate, skeptical yet honest and accurate news reporting?
Why do you trust your source(s)?
Are they trying to inform you of the news…or shape your thinking?
Are you not capable of thinking and deciding for yourself? Or do you need to be led?
Do you think the Emperor’s new outfit looks good?
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