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How the Right Took Over the Media
Feb 9, 2025
Ben Smith, Editor-in-chief of Semafor and ex-media columnist for the New York Times, joins to discuss the fraught landscape of today's media. He highlights how Trump's tactics have reshaped journalism, turning media narratives into a battleground. The conversation delves into the consequences of corporate consolidation for journalistic integrity and the rise of polarized media consumption. Smith argues that the media's enduring challenges stem from succumbing to personality-driven reporting and warns against the implications for democracy.
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- The current media landscape is weaker than in 2016, influenced heavily by Trump's strategic lawsuits against major broadcasters like CBS and ABC.
- Cults of personality have infiltrated journalism as political dynamics shift, mirroring the cult-like leadership seen in politics today.
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