#Media Accountability

[firstoccupier]

The Texas Nazi in Congress

Well, folks, here we are again, watching our elected officials trip over their tongues and grasp at the most disastrous of historical references as if they were pulling the best card from a stacked deck. This time, it’s Texas Republican Representative Keith Self, who recently decided to channel his inner schoolyard bully by quoting none other than Joseph Goebbels—the Nazi propaganda minister…

[rom5]

CITIZENS REPORT 3/4/2025 - Stop the duopoly's election charade / Syria g...

[tariah23]

Oh…. Well, it’s over for Crunchyroll I guess

[smash-chu]

make a cohost account, make a blue skies account, make a pillow fort account, make a artfol account, share your discord, make a back-up account, make another account, make another account, make another account-

[latestnews-now]

ABC News and anchor George Stephanopoulos reached a $15M settlement with President-elect Donald Trump over a defamation lawsuit. The lawsuit arose from claims about Trump’s liability in the E. Jean Carroll case. Learn all about the legal battle, its implications, and what it means for journalism and free speech.

[truthwars]

The Importance of Independent Journalism: Challenging Corporate Media

In today’s world, corporate media often shapes the narratives we hear—leaving out key truths and catering to the powerful. �� Read more about why independent media is crucial for democracy #IndependentJournalism #MediaAccountability #TruthOverSpin

The importance of independent journalism is crucial in today’s media environment. Corporate-controlled outlets often prioritize profit over truth. This influence shapes the narratives we see daily. Independent journalists, free from these pressures, provide unfiltered news and perspectives. They empower the public to make informed decisions. These outlets challenge the monopolized voices of…

[josephkravis]

News And Not News

Edited clips can distort the truth across platforms. Learn how to identify manipulated footage and promote accountability in media, social networks, and online spaces.

I’ve been wondering if it is news when a clip is so edited that the original meaning of a clip is edited out. I’ve been wondering—can it still be called news when a clip is so edited that its original meaning is lost? Recent headlines have exposed how even major mainstream media outlets are facing criticism for publishing heavily edited clips. These practices raise important questions about the…

[carlthemuse]

The Internal Struggle: How American Politics is Becoming its Own Enemy

[tmarshconnors]

Information Revolutions

That historical moment when British newspapers were prohibited from reporting parliamentary debates was a defining period in the history of freedom of the press. It reminds us that information has always been a source of power, and those who control it often wield great influence over the public. The bravery of a few men in the late 18th century, who defied this restriction, printing pamphlets to leak parliamentary debates, played a pivotal role in the establishment of what we now call the “Fourth Estate.” These men were willing to risk their lives for the truth many of them were indeed hanged but their actions sparked public outcry, demanding transparency and accountability from those in power. 

It was a turning point. From that passion, that defiance, the modern media was born an institution built on the premise that the public has the right to know what happens in the halls of power. The press became a crucial watchdog, a necessary check on government authority, ensuring that those who lead us are held accountable for their actions. But now, centuries later, we find ourselves in the throes of yet another information revolution.

This time, it is not just the state that media institutions must contend with, but an entirely new phenomenon: the rise of the “Fifth Estate.” In the digital age, the flow of information is faster, wider-reaching, and more democratised than ever before. Social media, citizen journalism, independent content creators like myself all wield immense influence over public discourse. At face value, this seems like a positive evolution more voices, more platforms, more freedom. However, this fifth estate, with its decentralised structure and viral speed, threatens to dismantle the very system that was built to ensure truth and accountability.

The traditional media the Fourth Estate is struggling to keep up. The institutions that have historically been tasked with keeping the public informed are now being undercut by newer, faster, often less accountable sources of information. The consequence? Misinformation spreads more easily, and trust in reliable sources diminishes. I mean seriously ask yourself. “Do you even trust what the BBC says anymore?” The Fifth Estate, seemingly hell-bent on bypassing its predecessors, is both a revolutionary force and a destabilising one.

All the old models print media, broadcast journalism, even traditional online news are dying faster than they can be replaced. As the shift occurs, we find ourselves in a chaotic transitional phase where the speed of change outpaces our ability to adapt. The once-unchallenged Fourth Estate is now fighting for relevance, for authority, in a world that increasingly sees it as outdated.

So what is the way forward? If history teaches us anything, it’s that brave souls are needed once again those who will stand for truth and fight for the integrity of information. The current revolution may be digital, but the principles remain the same. We need those who are willing to speak out against misinformation, to prioritise facts over vitality, and to hold those in power accountable in this new landscape. Just as the pamphleteers of the 18th century did, today’s brave souls must challenge the tides of misinformation and stand firm in their commitment to the truth.

Yes, the Fifth Estate is here. And yes, it is rapidly changing the game. But history shows us that revolutions in information do not mean the end they mean the beginning of something new. Let’s hope that, as the dust settles, we can build a future where truth, accountability, and transparency are stronger than ever. But to do so, we need visionaries who are ready to shape this new era, just as those brave men once did those who were hanged.

And from that sacrifice, a legacy was born.

Now, it’s our turn.

[the-meme-monarch]

thought ‘what if the vintage skins were more in line with actual 1930’s cartoons design sensibilities’ and promptly went mental. plus a bonus two-tone dandy ! since he’s not playable and all

so some things i learned as i was doing this:

-solo cups were not invented until the 70s, so scraps has a tin can as part of her tail instead

-hoodies WERE invented in the 30s but were generally worn by warehouse workers bc of the cold. they didn’t get worn by the general public until the 70s, so toodles and cosmo are Not wearing them

-leg warmers were invented in the 40s but also didn’t get popular until the 70s so glisten’s legs get to be naked. sad !

-GASHAPONS WEREN’T INVENTED UNTIL THE 60s. GIGI SHOULDN’T EVEN EXIST HERE. BUT I DIDN’T FIND THAT OUT UNTIL I WAS DONE DRAWING ALL THIS. OOPS !!!

other than that it was just a lot of ‘put gloves and/or shoes and/or pants on them. sometimes noses’

under the cut is All of them together and then also the sketch :]

[triaelf9]

I'm sure some people online could spend their time better

[fanaticalthings]

the muskification of twitter except it's lex luthor instead of elon lol

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[rusticfurnace]

GHOSTSOAP // "you sweet fucker" MINICOMIC!!!

[eldritch-strawberries]

Tumblr would literally rather arbitrarily delete the accounts of trans women on this site with uncharacteristic amounts of speed than address even one genuine instance of harassment. They've already lost one harassment lawsuit and they immediately decided it was more worth their time to continue on the exact same path. They KNOW what they're doing. With staff like this, the only way to see genuine change on this site is going to be to make it more of a problem for them to not address this issue.

[mybuginette]

i'm obsessed with this shit now

sorry, in universe social media is my roman empire now