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That leads to the other paradox. Having commentators from the opposite side is not necessarily balance. Balance depends more on the neutrality and curiosity of the questioner.
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It certainly is a lot closer to balance than no opposing view at all. If the MSM had a Conserv vs. Lib format I’m sure talk radio would hardly be listened to. There are some programs moving to that format, but it’s only a small portion.
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True. Ocasionally a listener might actually allow the opposition's side to penetrate the skull. But the ruler of the show gets first and last word.
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No doubt. But if more show hosts were a duo-Conserv & Lib, they could take turns with the last words. Someone who wins a debate will do so throughout the entire discussion, and not the last words...sure some weak minded people may get thrown from the last words, but not the majority.
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But in all reality I think what makes balance impossible is the fact that people by and large do not actually want it. Entertainment is a priority over thought-stimulation.
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You and I differ here. I think most people who even consider themselves a liberal or conservative will still appreciate hearing the other side, it typically won’t change their stances, but most rational people appreciate it I think.
“Entertainment” in itself is always enjoyed of course...but my form of entertainment is a good, rational, civil argument between two intelligent people.
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Conservatives want the news to tell them what they already take for granted but to hear an occasional radical so they can feel they are being well-informed.
Liberals want to break down what people already 'know" and they know it is an uphill battle so they overdo it.
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I’m not sure what you’re basing this on, but I disagree with both (I’m sure you could’ve guessed
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I don't think there actually are very many moderates in the country. Moderates seem more like shifters and apaths for the most part. There doesn't seem to be anyone to hold the country together.
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Is it a pessimistic day for ya Java lol? What’s up man? I think there’s some voices who can hold it together, they’re not the loudest and most publicized voices of America...but they’re out there.