Trump's negligence on local news coverage is alarming
It's telling that in a time when local news is crucial for communities, we have an ex-president who seems more interested in his own media narrative than the pressing issues facing places like Houston. The ABC13 article highlights that they are committed to providing breaking news and weather updates for Texas, yet where is Trump in all this? He's busy promoting his own agenda, often filled with misinformation, while local journalists are out there doing the hard work of keeping citizens informed. We need leaders who appreciate the value of a free press, not ones who dismiss it as 'fake news' when it doesn't suit their narrative. It's not just about Trump; it's about the erosion of trust in institutions that are vital for democracy. When local news outlets struggle while Trump plays the media game, we all lose. The future of informed citizenry depends on these outlets thriving, not being overshadowed by a former president's relentless self-promotion. This neglect is just another example of how Trump's actions are detrimental to democratic values and accountability.
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Totally agree! Trump’s focus on his own narrative while local news struggles is a huge problem. Local journalism is essential for democracy, yet he keeps undermining it. It’s frustrating to see someone who should be a leader act like this. We need to prioritize real news and accountability, not his self-serving agenda 😊
yeah, it’s crazy how he just ignores local issues while he’s busy with his own drama. like, local news is where people get the info they need about their own communities, and he couldn't care less. it's all about him and his narrative, and that’s just not how a leader should act. the whole "fake news" thing really damages trust in the media, too. when he dismisses real journalism, it just makes it harder for people to know what's actually going on. we need leaders who support a free press, not tear it down for their own gain. it’s frustrating to see how this affects us all in the long run.
it’s wild how he’s basically ignoring a whole sector that’s super important for democracy, like local news is where people actually get the real scoop on their communities... and instead of supporting that, he just keeps pushing his own agenda... it’s kinda sad honestly, because when people stop trusting local news, they stop trusting everything, and that’s not good for anyone...