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Biden Laments Shrinking Press, Tells Media 'Good News Doesn't Seem to Sell Very Well' | Video


Published on 2024-11-29 18:03:59 - Michael Jones, N@N
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  • President Biden lamented the "exceedingly small number of people watching mainstream television and reading the newspapers."

In an interview with "Shrinking" stars Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, President Joe Biden discussed the evolving landscape of media and its impact on democracy. He highlighted the decline in traditional media like newspapers and television, which he believes has led to a decrease in shared factual information among the public. Biden expressed concern over the rise of social media and its role in spreading misinformation, noting that this shift has contributed to increased polarization and a lack of common understanding of facts. He emphasized the importance of a free press in maintaining democracy, suggesting that without a common set of facts, the democratic process is undermined. The conversation also touched on Biden's personal media consumption habits, revealing he still reads newspapers and watches television news to stay informed.

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