Trust In Media Is D.O.A.

As Matt Taibbi reported at racket.news. The recent Gallup Trust in Media Survey has set an alarming benchmark for the journalism industry, revealing that trust in the media has plummeted to the point where it is now on par with the public's historically low trust in the legislative branch, specifically Congress. Only 32% of Americans express having "a great deal" or "a fair amount" of trust in mass media, like newspapers, TV, and radio, for delivering news that is fully, accurately, and fairly reported. This figure ties the lowest recorded trust since Gallup began tracking in 1972, with a staggering 68% of respondents indicating they have "not very much" or "none at all" trust, showcasing a deep-seated skepticism towards media integrity that now rivals the disdain for Congress.

This unprecedented drop in trust is particularly marked by a significant decline among Democrats, previously a more trusting demographic of media, which suggests that the erosion of confidence is not just a partisan issue but a broader societal shift. The media's credibility crisis now extends beyond its traditional critics, indicating that even those who might have been expected to defend or support media institutions are increasingly disillusioned. This survey not only highlights a crisis of faith in journalism's ability to report objectively but also underscores a fundamental challenge to the media's role in democracy, where public trust is pivotal for effective communication and governance.

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