That’s a bit of an oversimplification. The same corporate media functions in blue states - it’s not like the red states don’t have access to better sources. These places have the internet and libraries as well. Corporate media sucks, yes, but the blame in these deep red states lies with an active culture that intentionally discourages curiosity and acceptance, and builds that xenophobia and paranoia. It’s not a philosophy they get FORCED on them - it’s one they nurture through their education systems and local cultures.
They’re not, as subcultures, innocent victims of a media machine.
That’s a bit of an oversimplification. The same corporate media functions in blue states - it’s not like the red states don’t have access to better sources. These places have the internet and libraries as well. Corporate media sucks, yes, but the blame in these deep red states lies with an active culture that intentionally discourages curiosity and acceptance, and builds that xenophobia and paranoia. It’s not a philosophy they get FORCED on them - it’s one they nurture through their education systems and local cultures.
They’re not, as subcultures, innocent victims of a media machine.
I think we’re probably saying the same thing, just in reverse order.