It has always been a type of propaganda. Always. Journalism was always low status among actual authors, novelists and poets. It was considered selling out already in the 19th century. The sort of thing that pays bills but requires compromise.
replyYes, mostly true
replyBut there is still journalism.
* Propublica
* The Economist
* The Guardian
* 404 Media
Life is much harder for journalist now, and joining g the "darkside" of PR is the best/lucrative career path, but it exists
The Guardian and the Economist both have their issues. For one they represent insulated groups of people, who focus on some talking points but not others.
replyAssociated Press
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