A trending story on Twitter could mean thousands of people care about an issue-or that some computers are doing their jobs. New research from the … Invisible influence on social mediaRead more
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Neocons and Hollywood Liberals Go to ‘War’ on Russia
Max Blumenthal AARON MATE: It’s the Real News. I’m Aaron Mate. The special counsel investigation of alleged Russian meddling in the U.S. election is increasing … Neocons and Hollywood Liberals Go to ‘War’ on RussiaRead more
After 1,379 Days, NYT Corrects Bogus Claim Iran ‘Sponsored’ 9/11
In its reporting on a dubious lawsuit alleging Iranian meta-involvement in 9/11, the New York Times badly misunderstood the case and maintained for more than … After 1,379 Days, NYT Corrects Bogus Claim Iran ‘Sponsored’ 9/11Read more
Greater Media Consolidation is a Threat to Democracy and Free Speech
concentration of ownership by so many of the telecom and media and cable giants of the United States Michael Copps talking: it’s just giving too … Greater Media Consolidation is a Threat to Democracy and Free SpeechRead more
Yes, the Mainstream Media Does Publish Fake News
Last year, the New York Times called climate change “the most important story in the world.” So the Trump administration raised some eyebrows at a … Yes, the Mainstream Media Does Publish Fake NewsRead more
Why Hate Speech is Not Free Speech
Freedom in a free society is supposed to be for all. Therefore, freedom rules out imposing on the freedom of others. You are free to … Why Hate Speech is Not Free SpeechRead more
How Media Consolidation Threatens Democracy
Earlier this week, we wrote about a pending deal between Sinclair Broadcasting and Tribune Media. Sinclair hopes to buy Tribune, a move that will allow … How Media Consolidation Threatens DemocracyRead more
Roger Ailes: The Man Who Destroyed Objectivity
Fox News creator and former chief Roger Ailes, who died at 77 last week from complications after a fall in his Florida home, may have … Roger Ailes: The Man Who Destroyed ObjectivityRead more
New York Times Joins Trump and Saudi Arabia in Targeting Iran
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