Trust in mainstream media and journalistic integrity is dropping, which may explain the rise in alternative news sources

Trust in the mainstream media is declining, and for good reason. Rather than relying on the media solely for factual information about global events, people now use them to confirm their existing viewpoints and interpretations of those same events.

The decline in trust has led to a rise in alternative news sources online. However, many of these sources have obvious biases, prioritizing their own viewpoints over factual reporting. Ideally, journalists and media organizations should prioritize uncovering and sharing the truth with the public. Sadly, this is rarely the case.

The prevailing distrust of the media is concerning as it deprives citizens of essential context. For instance, while we may encounter truly horrific content on platforms like TikTok, we often lack an understanding of why such events are occurring.

As a columnist, my goal is to inspire open and honest dialogue. To accomplish this goal, I require sources that are truthful. However, this has become increasingly difficult following the horrific Hamas attacks in Israel on Oct. 7 and the........

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