The subjugation of news by entertainment seriously harms our democracy: It leads to dysfunctional journalism that fails to inform the people. And when the people are not informed, they cannot hold government accountable when it is incompetent, corrupt, or both.
In "The Assault on Reason," Al Gore argues that the dominance of entertainment over news negatively impacts democracy. He highlights how this shift results in journalists focusing on sensationalism rather than providing the public with necessary information, which ultimately undermines the role of a free press in society.
When citizens lack access to factual and relevant news, they become ill-equipped to hold their government accountable for its actions. This disconnect fosters a climate where incompetence and corruption can persist unchecked, threatening the very foundations of democratic governance.
