DANGER ZONE!
It seems that Mr. Obama thinks we have too much information and that our free and increased access to information is putting a “strain” on democracy. Fundamentally, this is troublesome, and while much could be said on this topic, because there is no argument to win with Mr. Obama himself, not much more needs to be said. His views speak clearly for him. ... read more ...
While our Congressional leaders make noise about revival of the “fairness doctrine”, Iceland, somewhat known for its pseudo-socialist policies, is making bona-fide efforts to become the world leader in ensuring a free press. See their government’s proposal here: Modern Icelandic Media Initiative. Congressional desire to roll back free speech and Iceland’s initiatives to ramp up free speech should be a warning sign that our leaders are fearful of a truly free press and likely see control of it as a measure to ensure their grip on power. Thoughts?
Just a short blurb here to ask, “Should the feds prop up Air America?”.
It seems they’re in dire straits. If you read my rant below on gov’t media subsidy, then this is the natural result of the marketplace of ideas I am preaching, and the marketplace should not be tampered with by Uncle Sam.
Fairness & Accuracy in Reporting Heritage Foundation Fact Sheets
Is There Such a Thing as “Media Malpractice”?
Joe Scarborough calls the media’s apparent ignoring of the brewing Sestak story, “Media Malpractice”. Does he imply that there is a duty or obligation for fairness in reporting, or is he merely pointing out the continuing intellectual dishonesty in the mainstream media? If the former, this sentiment lends itself to the question: ... read more ...