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Report: Social Media Overtakes TV as Top US News Source

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Report: Social Media Overtakes TV as Top US News Source
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JUN 17
Above: The apps of various social media platforms on the display of a smartphone. Image copyright: Jens Büttner/Picture Alliance/Getty Images
story last updated JUN 18

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

Traditional media remains vital in today’s landscape. While digital platforms offer speed and engagement, legacy outlets still provide depth, credibility, and editorial standards that social media lacks. As misinformation spreads online, trusted institutions are more important than ever. The future of journalism must innovate in a new era while protecting the core principles of democracy's fourth pillar.

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Establishment-critical narrative

The decline of traditional media is a long-overdue reckoning. Legacy news lost its way, trading truth and accountability for clicks, access, and influence. But in a new digital age, independent voices have stepped up. With real journalism no longer restricted by corporate interests and veiled ideologies, we're finally witnessing an information revolution that serves the people.

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