The main problem with fake news is that many journalists care more about supporting a narrative than about describing reality. Some even believe that reality is a social construct. This makes the consensus world views very brittle and susceptible to enemy (or random!) propaganda.
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Replying to @Plinz
There is probably a serious sample bias in this statement. Some certainly are working in "I need you only to support my story with a soundbite"-mode (especially video formats), but I have no evidence that a majority of journalists works this way (from copious experience).
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Replying to @frank_rieger
I know many excellent journalists with a high ethos. It is difficult for me to develop an idea of where the majority of the people producing media content stand. Basically, I see lots of very crappy content production and couple dozen places that really care.
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Replying to @Plinz @frank_rieger
I think you’re confusing true journalists with talking heads (purveyors of opinion).
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Journalism is not a protected qualification, you don’t need to pass an exam or hold a license.
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