Of course the problem has gotten worse since 1998.
This explains how news junkies who consume lots of legal opinions like this: "this is a strong case!" or "the special counsel is screwing up!" end up less informed and more unhinged from facts and reality.
@Teri_Kanefield Yes, this trial is entertainment. The press is loving the “vonShitzinPants” reference brought up by Donald’s own lawyer. But I’d rather hear your thoughts about the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity case.
@Teri_Kanefield At least news junkies read and consume news. News junkies may not be literate in legal opinions as you’d like, Teri. But there is a massive chasm between those who actively seek out political news and the vast majority of the country. And the media ecosystem itself (which includes X & FB) has shifted away from news and politics.
If they confine themselves to actual news, you are correct.
If they are watching cable TV and listening to legal pundits offering evaluation about how well the prosecution is performing its investigative functions, it is not "news."
It is entertainment.
Such people are less informed because they become more unhinged from facts.
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