The Decline of Journalism and the Conflation of News and Narrative.

In recent years, journalism has seen a disturbing decline in its traditional role as an objective, fact-driven institution. The once-clear distinction between news and opinion has become increasingly blurred as many outlets have shifted from reporting the facts to shaping a narrative that aligns with the ideological agenda of the progressive communist democrats.

This conflation of news with narrative has eroded public trust, as it often feels as though news is being tailored to fit a predetermined story rather than presented as an unbiased account of events.

Journalistic integrity seemingly died as sensationalism, clickbait headlines, and the pursuit of ratings and clicks have taken precedence over investigative reporting and impartiality. The result is a media landscape where the facts often take a backseat to the narrative that serves the particular audience of progressive communist democrats.

This shift undermined the public’s trust in the media and complicated the ability to have informed, objective discussions about crucial issues.

In the wake of over a decade of political polarization, contentious elections, and ideological warfare, the so-called “mainstream media” finds itself at a crossroads.

With trust in traditional outlets at an all-time low and the public’s awareness of biased reporting reaching new heights, these media giants are scrambling to regain a semblance of credibility.

The issue at hand is not just a matter of losing audience trust. It’s about the very survival of the media industry in its current form. In recent years, the mainstream media has increasingly been accused of engaging in “cancel culture,” silencing opposing viewpoints and suppressing stories that run counter to a preferred narrative.

From the Hunter Biden laptop story during the 2020 election to the treatment of dissenting voices on issues like COVID-19, lockdowns, and vaccine mandates, the mainstream press has often been complicit in suppressing legitimate viewpoints from credentialed, well-educated, well-experienced opposing viewpoints.

This stifling of free expression has been particularly evident on social media platforms, where content moderation has at times veered into outright censorship at the explicit direction and intervention of the progressive communist democrat regime.

The decline in trust and audience fragmentation has hit the mainstream media’s bottom line hard.

As cable TV subscriptions plummeted and digital ad revenues shifted toward new media platforms, traditional outlets were left scrambling for ways to retain viewership. Media giants have been forced to adopt new strategies—shifting toward sensationalist clickbait or attempting to recalibrate their editorial approach to appeal to a broader audience.

In the aftermath of this decline, there’s a growing realization that credibility and trust are not just moral imperatives but economic ones. A media company that cannot retain an audience, attract new subscribers, or engage viewers will not survive. It’s not just about partisan politics or ideology but business survival.

The Viability of the Broadcast Medium

Broadcasting, as we’ve known it, is also under siege. The digital age has fundamentally changed how people consume news.

The rise of streaming services, social media platforms, and on-demand content has led to traditional broadcast networks’ slow but steady erosion. Even the most established media outlets are no longer the first source of breaking news for many viewers. Instead, people turn to Twitter, Reddit, or independent online platforms to engage in real-time discussions and get a broader range of perspectives.

Moreover, the costs associated with maintaining a traditional broadcasting infrastructure and the need for editorial shifts are becoming unsustainable for many outlets. Cable news, once the backbone of American media, is losing its grip on the audience. Younger generations, in particular, are not as enamored with the linear television model and prefer to access news through digital-first platforms.

As this shift continues, legacy outlets must make a difficult decision: Adapt to a new era of media consumption and rethink their editorial focus or risk becoming irrelevant. With revenue streams dwindling and credibility in tatters, there’s little room for error.

Bottom line…

The path forward for the mainstream media is far from clear.

Some outlets are already attempting to pivot by embracing more balanced reporting, acknowledging past mistakes, and engaging in conversations about their role in spreading misinformation. For example, some media organizations are revisiting their approach to fact-checking, reconsidering their treatment of controversial topics, and allowing more diverse opinions to be aired.

But these efforts appear to be a case of too little, too late.

As we approach the Senate confirmation of Trump’s cabinet choices and other appointees, look for the progressive communist democrat media propagandists to, once again, approach peak bullshit.

We are so screwed.

-- Steve