In a recent monologue, CNN's Jim Acosta passionately defended the role of journalism in democracy, asserting that journalists are not the enemy of the people, but their defenders. He cited the vital function of the press in shining a light on injustice. However, critics argue that Acosta's self-glorifying tone and lack of accountability for past press failures during Trump's presidency undermines his message, making it seem more performative than sincere. The article underscores a growing divide in media perspectives, noting the rise of conservative outlets in response to perceived liberal bias in mainstream journalism.
A free, industrious, and adversarial press is integral to any well-functioning democracy. But for Acosta to say so fresh off a four year vacation during which the press failed on countless levels renders it something more akin to a comedy routine than an earnest expression of principle.
Journalists exist to seek the truth, to tell people's stories, to lift up voices that may not be heard otherwise, to shine a light on injustice and to hold the powerful accountable.
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