Legacy Media and Democracy: A Critical Examination

This chapter explores the role of legacy media as a supposed guardian of democracy amidst rising authoritarianism, particularly during the Trump era. The discussion critiques the Washington Post's slogan 'democracy dies in darkness' and highlights the media's declining trust among the public. It draws historical parallels between past and present media practices, scrutinizing how coverage of labor movements and fascism reveals ongoing biases and complicity within the media landscape.