The fall of journalism

This U.S. media failed its readers, viewers and listeners during this election season. While one side of the political aisle was questioned and taken to task, the other was given a pass. How will this play out in the future? Well, Chris Matthews has already said: "I want to do everything I can to make this thing work, this new presidency work." That doesn't sound like scrutiny and truth-seeking will be a part of his new mission.

Michael Malone looked at the media's coverage during the election: http://abcnews.go.com/Business/Story?id=6099188&page=1

Victor Davis Hanson has an even less optimistic view of the future of American journalism: http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=OGFhOWY3YTZkMzliYjFjYTlkMjNjMGNhMTc3ZjYyMWM=&w=MA==

This election was an embarrassment for journalism. Let's see if the media will step up to the challenge and use their platforms responsibly.