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CNN’s Don Lemon scolds corporate media. Urges independent media support — no corporate overlords

November 16, 2024 By Egberto Willies

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Former CNN Host Don Lemon did not mince his words about the corporate overlords in the mainstream media promoting political false equivalencies and the need for support for independent media.

Don Lemon scolds corporate media.

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In an interview with Katie Fang, Don Lemon criticized the corporate media for compromising journalistic integrity under the influence of corporate overlords. He emphasized the erosion of the traditional separation between newsrooms and business interests, leading to biased reporting and false equivalencies. Lemon highlighted the unique role of independent media in providing unfiltered truth and urged public support for such platforms to counterbalance corporate media’s waning credibility.


Key Points

  • Corporate Influence: Lemon condemned corporate media for prioritizing profits over journalistic integrity.
  • False Equivalency: He called out the harmful practice of balancing opposing views even when one side is objectively flawed.
  • Independent Media Strengths: Lemon highlighted the freedom of independent media to deliver unadulterated truth without corporate restrictions.
  • Challenges for Independent Media: Limited resources and advertiser hesitancy were noted as barriers to growth.
  • Public Responsibility: The video urges supporting independent media financially and amplifying their content.

Progressive Perspective

Lemon’s critique of corporate media underscores the urgent need for a journalism landscape free from corporate interests. Independent media is a critical tool for amplifying marginalized voices, holding power accountable, and championing progressive ideals of equity and justice. Supporting these platforms is essential for fostering a well-informed citizenry capable of driving systemic change.

VP Kamala Harris outraised Donald Trump by nearly 5 to 1. Most of those monies went to poorly leveraged corporate media and entities. Imagine if instead of giving that much money to campaigns, they were giving to progressive groups to independent media. They are closer to the people and could reach more people. The people who stayed home may have been triggered by those closest to them to vote. We must not make that mistake again.

Independent media is essential to delivering the unfiltered truths that empower citizens and sustain democracy. The public can ensure that journalism fulfills its highest purpose: serving as a watchdog for the people, unencumbered by the interests of the powerful.

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About Egberto Willies

Egberto Willies is a political activist, author, political blogger, radio show host, business owner, software developer, web designer, and mechanical engineer in Kingwood, TX. He is an ardent Liberal that believes tolerance is essential. His favorite phrase is “political involvement should be a requirement for citizenship”. Willies is currently a contributing editor to DailyKos, OpEdNews, and several other Progressive sites. He was a frequent contributor to HuffPost Live. He won the 2nd CNN iReport Spirit Award and was the Pundit of the Week.

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