Things become clearer if media is viewed as an economic activity whose business model values the attention of its audience because that attention can be sold to advertisers. Things that draw the attention of viewers include threats to their lives or well being.
It is sadly incorrect to view western media as a tool for dissemination of accurate information.
I value viewer misinformation and panic because it leads to market inefficiencies which can be exploited, for example the 3% dip from the Brexit.
It is sadly incorrect to view western media as a tool for dissemination of accurate information.
I value viewer misinformation and panic because it leads to market inefficiencies which can be exploited, for example the 3% dip from the Brexit.
So how, exactly, does God know that She's NOT a brain in a vat? 
