With a decisive victory for Donald Trump, it’s important to acknowledge the media’s steep decline in trust. A Gallup poll revealed only 31% of Americans trust mass media to report news accurately, a record low. This trust erosion signals a media landscape that failed to objectively report on Trump, often portraying him as a fringe figure. It’s essential for media outlets to reckon with this reality and consider an apology to Trump and his supporters.
A study from Syracuse University highlights a significant disparity in journalist political affiliation, showing only 3.4% identify as Republicans. NPR’s editorial board having 87 registered Democrats and no Republicans exemplifies this imbalance. For media to restore trust, they must be transparent about their biases. Rather than pretending to represent all viewpoints, outlets like The New York Times should acknowledge their left-leaning stance to maintain credibility.
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