Are Newsmax, OANN, and Fox Media threats

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I often turn to Fox OAN or Newsmax to listen to what they think important today. And what do hear but Hunter Biden Hunter Hunter Hunter along with assumptions and other assertions. Is there other news one wonders? Nah, for their audience must have a very limited interest in the world and in America. Only the Bidens matter for weather, the economy and insurrections and whatnot are not worthy news items.

'How Fox and Murdoch are destroying US democracy'

'After the 2020 election, Fox News gave airtime to an outright fiction: that Biden had stolen the presidency. As the company is sued over what it broadcast, legal documents reveal how far the Murdochs will go to keep America’s biggest channel on top'

www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/media/60928/how-fox-and-murdoch-are-destroying-us-democracy


"Right-wing media outlets, like Newsmax, One America News Network (OANN), and Fox News all aired misinformation about the November 2020 elections," Eshoo and McNerney wrote. "These same networks also have been key vectors of spreading misinformation related to the pandemic."

'Democrats question TV carriers' decisions to host Fox, OAN and Newsmax, citing 'misinformation'''

www.politico.com/news/2021/02/22/democrats-conservative-media-misinformation-470863

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I've ben watching Fox and Newsmax recently, OAN was removed from our service. When Fox and Newsmax are not talking about Hunter Biden, they are giving opinions on our President and democrats that remind one of immature children picking on teachers or other children. There is no news, it is talk and talk that is often childish. Trump may want to silence his critics but Fox etc are examples of whiny dummies.

'David Brooks thinks Americans are getting meaner' 'He blames the collapse of moral education. But what about capitalism?'

www.vox.com/future-perfect/23890762/david-brooks-america-capitalism-democracy-the-gray-area

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Fox appears to have tempered their biased one sided so called news, but Newsmax is still propaganda. You'd think our president were the worst guy this side of the devil. America has freedom of speech but constantly berating our democratically elected president accomplishes nothing. One sided criticism is not news, it is hateful and useless unless that is your thing.

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"Evil when we are in its power is not felt as evil, but as necessity." Simone Weil

This AI source is interesting

My question: why is fox media so biased against democracy?

Copilot reply:

Fox News, a prominent right-wing network, has been a subject of scrutiny due to its perceived bias. Let’s delve into some aspects that shed light on this issue:

Partisan Coverage Filtering:

Fox News, like other partisan media outlets, selectively reports information that aligns with its political stance. This phenomenon, known as “partisan coverage filtering,” reinforces existing biases among viewers.

This biased coverage can drive polarization and perpetuate misinformation, which poses risks to democracy.

Historical Context:

Since its inception in 1996, Fox News has catered to a conservative audience. 


PS I consider myself conservative but the word like liberal has meaning in politics today that is different from life. 


While it once billed itself as “fair and balanced,” its opinion hosts have consistently shown a clear bias against Democrats.

Influence and Audience:

Fox News has a captivated audience and a well-defined sphere of influence. Its reporting can significantly impact viewers’ opinions and understanding of political issues.

President Biden’s View:

President Biden reportedly views Rupert Murdoch, the founder of Fox News, as "the most dangerous man in the world".

This perception highlights the network’s influence and its potential impact on democratic discourse.

In summary, Fox News' bias and influence play a unique and sometimes damaging role in American media. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for fostering a healthy democratic environment.



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Is Trump Hitler or a path to.... Fox OAN Newsmax's part is.... Repost as it is important to call out media sources that are biased.

'Between Fear and Resignation: How German Writers Reacted to Hitler’s Rise'

lithub.com/between-fear-and-resignation-how-german-writers-reacted-to-hitlers-rise/


"Evil when we are in its power is not felt as evil, but as necessity." Simone Weil

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Added this in two locations. ed

'Firewalls of Ignorance and Disappearance: Corporate Media in the Age of Fascist Politics'

"The corporate media undermines moral witnessing by often prioritizing the discredited notion of balance over the more crucial goal of seeking truth in the service of accountability and democracy. This retreat from holding power accountable not only discredits the pursuit of truth in the service of justice and the strengthening of democracy but also tends to fall prey to the seductions of corruption, political theater and entertainment."

"The politics of erasure is apparent in how corporate mainstream media disproportionately covers Israel’s aggressive actions in Gaza and portrays Trump as a conventional political candidate rather than an authoritarian threat to democracy both domestically and internationally. This erasure is also evident in how far-right journalism consistently distorts the truth when reporting on issues that conflict with reactionary conservative politics."

www.counterpunch.org/2024/06/21/firewalls-of-ignorance-and-disappearance-corporate-media-in-the-age-of-fascist-politics/