Trump’s election makes the flailing progressive media much worse. To save it, we must act now!
We all must support (and share with our friends) progressive media where we find truthful news and information. Failing to do so will create a media landscape similar to that in autocratic nations.
Trump’s election makes the flailing progressive media much worse.
Summary:
The video underscores the existential threat posed by the decline of progressive media, particularly in light of Donald Trump’s normalization of authoritarianism and moral corruption. It critiques the right-wing media’s dominance and normalization of unethical behavior, highlights the precarious state of outlets like MSNBC, and urges grassroots and financial support for progressive media to counteract disinformation and corporate-driven narratives. The call to action is clear: to save democracy, progressive media must be nurtured, shared, and expanded.
Key Points
Right-Wing Media Dominance: Conservative billionaires have built a propaganda machine that normalizes authoritarian behavior and disinformation.
Progressive Media in Decline: Outlets like MSNBC face uncertain futures, while independent media struggles to compete with right-wing funding and cohesion.
Normalization of Corruption: Trump’s behavior, once disqualifying, is now accepted due to the right-wing media’s cultural shifts.
Lack of Progressive Investment: Progressive billionaires and organizations have largely failed to invest in building a robust media infrastructure.
Call to Action: Individuals must support, share, and amplify progressive media to counteract right-wing narratives and save democracy.
Progressive Perspective
The video highlights a dire but fixable crisis in progressive media. Right-wing billionaires have weaponized information to normalize injustice, but the power to fight back lies in collective action. Progressives can reclaim the narrative and build a more just, informed society by amplifying truth, investing in independent journalism, and engaging underserved communities.
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