The New York Times examines Oakdale, California, a news desert where traditional media has eroded, replaced by social media and online influencers. Local newspapers dwindled, leading residents to seek political news from Facebook groups rather than established news sources. During interviews with 80 residents, none were subscribers to major news outlets. The result is a reliance on unregulated information channels, creating confusion and declining trust in media. As misinformation rises, some locals feel less informed compared to previous years, highlighting the challenges of navigating a post-journalism environment.
Residents of Oakdale increasingly rely on Facebook groups for news, effectively replacing traditional newspapers and diminishing trust in conventional media sources.
The eclipse of local journalism has produced a new ecosystem where online influencers and podcasters dominate the information landscape in Oakdale.
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