The internet has brought about many changes in how we consume content. In the past, we would have to wait for the newspaper to be delivered to us to read the news. Today, we can instantly log on to our laptops or phones and get the latest news. 

This convenience comes at a price, however.

The death of good journalism is one of the prices we have to pay for new media. With the rise of social media, anyone can be a news source.

 While this gives us many options, it also means that we can’t be sure of the accuracy of the information we’re getting.

In addition, the bombardment of news and information can be overwhelming, and it’s often hard to tell what’s important. As a result, we may end up missing the most important news stories.

All of this is not to say that new media is all bad. But we should be aware of its shortcomings and be careful about the information we consume.

Moreover, I don’t particularly appreciate listening to or watching the news. Perhaps it is because some journalists, newspapers, magazines, and news media outlets have gone from good journalism toward spreading rumors and information that is fictional and not factual. 

This is why, I question how people continue to believe what they see and read in the news when it has become increasingly clear that many news outlets are more interested in generating clicks and views than in reporting the truth.

The bottom line…It’s become difficult to know what to believe, and I, for one, am tired of feeling like I need to fact-check everything I see and hear constantly. 

Nonetheless, I’m not sure where things will go from here, but I hope we can start to see a shift toward quality journalism that is fair, accurate, and truthful.

How new media is taking over

It’s no secret that the media has a lot of power. Nowadays, it seems like the media is everywhere, and it’s hard to escape its influence. 

Whether we’re watching TV, browsing the internet, or reading the newspaper, we’re constantly being bombarded with messages from the media.

And it’s not just the content of the important messages – it’s also how they’re presented. The media has a way of making things seem more important than they are and manipulating our emotions. 

As a result, we often believe things that aren’t true or feel things that we shouldn’t.

Them. We need to recognize the power of the media and be aware of how it shapes our perceptions and beliefs. We must ensure we get an accurate worldview and not just let the media dictate our understanding of events.

The rise of fake news

This is due to various factors, including the popularity of social media, the rise of fake news, and the diminishing attention span of the average person.

This decline has serious implications for our society. As the news media struggles, so does our democracy. With fewer outlets for accurate and unbiased news, we risk becoming a nation of misinformed citizens. This is a dangerous situation that could have major consequences for the future of our country.

The impact of all this on society

The internet has had a profound effect on society. It has connected us in ways we never thought possible and has given us access to a wealth of information. However, it has also contributed to several problems.

For example, the internet has made connecting with others who share extreme views easier. This has led to the rise of Hate groups and the normalization of bigotry. 

Additionally, the internet has made it easier for people to engage in risky behaviors, such as online gambling, which can have devastating consequences.

While the internet has had some positive effects on society, it has also contributed to many negative outcomes. We must be careful to consider the implications of all this on society.

To wrap things up

It’s a wrap. The death of good journalism. The end of an era. A new beginning. Whatever you want to call it, it’s happening before our eyes.

 And there’s nothing we can do to stop it. But we can slow it down. We can support the journalists who are still fighting the good fight. 

We can comment, follow, like and share their work. We can be the change we want to see in this world…

And that’s it. 

That’s the end of good journalism. Thank you for reading, commenting, following, liking, and sharing is much appreciated.

Jusmee Talkin in 2023