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Legacy Media Viewership Decline & Soros Influence Paper Trail | 8.14.24

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Aug 14, 2024
Legacy media networks are facing a steep decline in viewership, with viewers flocking to alternative media. Kamala Harris is attempting to rebrand herself as tough on border security, shifting her stance amid election campaigns. A revealing report discusses George Soros's extensive financial influence over district attorneys, raising concerns about crime and public safety. The implications of this funding on local justice and election dynamics are explored, highlighting the evolving landscape of media consumption and political strategy.
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INSIGHT

Cable News Ratings Shift

  • Fox News saw increased viewership while CNN and MSNBC experienced declines.
  • This disparity highlights a potential shift in audience trust and consumption habits.
ANECDOTE

CNN's Credibility Issue

  • Caitlin Collins's appearance on Stephen Colbert's show revealed audience distrust in CNN's objectivity.
  • Colbert's audience laughed when Collins claimed CNN simply reports the news.
INSIGHT

Social Media Disruption

  • Social media disrupts traditional news consumption, evident in Elon Musk's Trump interview.
  • This interview, surpassing TV news viewership, shows audiences seeking direct information.
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