Let’s Find Common Ground
How The Media Rage Machine Divides America: Chris Stirewalt
May 23, 2024
Political journalist Chris Stirewalt discusses the evolution of media landscape and its impact on American democracy, highlighting the rise of biased online journalism and the need for diverse perspectives. He emphasizes responsible news consumption, challenges in journalism, and the divisive effect of media polarization on personal relationships.
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- Traditional news decline led to rise of tribalistic rage media.
- Local news loss affects governance and economics, prompting need for diverse news consumption.
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Media Consumption Habits and News Bubble
Many Americans have shifted away from traditional news sources like TV and radio, embracing rage media that feeds sensationalism and tribalism. The rise of social media and news bubbles has led to echo chambers where people only encounter opinions they agree with. This shift has impacted journalism, with local news being replaced by national opinion journalism catering to specific population segments.
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