Is the United States media giving us the correct information?

[DalesCarpentry]

I keep reading here on GBO that our news ( USA) is not correct in their reporting. I know other countries in the world control their media and only let out what they want. I want to know do we as Americans receive correct information around the world in our media? I myself think we get a pretty straight story if you listen to a few different channels. Do you think our Government in any way is purposely misleading the American public as to what is happening in the real world? Dale

[powderman]

I don't think our govt has anything to do with it, but it seems that most of the media intentionally leans way to the left. They promote the liberal agenda, homosexuality, etc, in general all thats wrong with America. POWDERMAN. 

[torpedoman]

some of the most powerful men in the ownership of the media are communists sympathisers Rupert Murdoch is a prime example. They deliberately slant the news and all coverage to favor the far left recent examples. No mention of demonstrators at the Dem convention, big play up at the rep convention. opinions reported as fact by Bryan Jennings (Shara Plain was second choice he really wanted libberman for v.p.).  Comments after Dem speeches limited to how brilliant they were and how much we needed their ideals. comments after republican speeches sounded like rebuttal. Anyone who trusts the media is a fool

[Matt]

Anyone who trusts the media is a fool

that says it all...

[DalesCarpentry]

Ok far left,far right,liberal,and conservative. I have to say I have have learned some things here on GBO. I am just me!!!!!!!!!! I have to say I agree with most people on on this site on many things but there are things I don't agree with. I would like for someone to explain to me in plain English who I really am. I think all people have the right to own as many guns as they want. I believe in freedom of speech. I pretty much believe in anything that I want to do as long as it does not include killing another person. Don't get me wrong if I had to kill someone in self defense I would not loose a nights sleep over it. I am an American how do you draw lines as to what type of an American you are??? I would die for my country as well as for my daughter. I would bet there are many GBO members that do not really know where they fit in. They are just who they are. In my life of voting I have never voted for Dem President. Dale

[DakotaElkSlayer]

Dale,
The last thing in the world you need to worry about is applying a political label to yourself.  For me, first and foremost, I am an outdoorsman.  That makes me pro gun, but also I demand clean air, water, and wildlife habitat.  Pro gun is definitely "right" in this country, caring about clean air and water is definitely "left," if you want to paint the parties with a wide brush.  As I go through the party platforms, I switch from party to party to which makes the most sense to me.  Still waiting for another Teddy Roosevelt...a Republican with Democrat tendancies.
  Dale, you should take a look at the party's platforms and see if you are like most of the people on here that buy into the total package of one of 'em...

Jim

[DakotaElkSlayer]

some of the most powerful men in the ownership of the media are communists sympathisers Rupert Murdoch is a prime example. They deliberately slant the news and all coverage to favor the far left recent examples.

Hmmm....  Rubert Murdoch IS one of the most powerful men in media, but he is not exactly in favor of the far left.  Murdock is a NEOCON, he OWNS the Weekly Standard and Fox News.  He is a right-winger and his media outlets do show it.

NBC is owned by GE, which as you know is a defense contractor whose contract in '04 was worth over $1.8 BILLION.  Don't know too many defense contractors that call themselves liberals.


Jim

[Swampman]

"Do you think our Government in any way is purposely misleading the American public as to what is happening in the real world?"

I hope so. 

They feed the stupid liberal media crap and they report it.  The media is a threat to our soldiers and freedom.  They are too stupid to be given acess to things that are important.  They report lies (mostly) without help from the government.  When caught they either don't retract, or they retract on the back page in small print.

The American public rarely has a need to know.  Those of us that have served, already know that.  If misleading the American public keeps them safe then that's what the government will do, and has done since the begining.

[Swampman]

TM7 people like yourself can't take or understand the truth.  You won't believe it when it's presented.

You have no idea how bad it really is.  Paranoid schizophrenics & those with bipolar disorders (like yourself)are a danger to themselves and others.

9 out of 10 folks are too stupid to pour piss out of a boot.

Those of us who've served our country have a better grip of the hazards the sheep face, because we've protected them.

"People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf."
 
George Orwell

[powderman]

SWAMPMAN. You get a BIG A+. POWDERMAN. 

[ms]

After about 20 rum & cokes don't forget the 40. 

[nomosendero]

My question would be: Does anyone THINK the media tells us the truth & if tell us why. I believe that would be a short thread.

[Swampman]

I don't give a crap about humanity.  I defended freedom for myself and mine.  Everyone else should be doing the same.

My mantra is....


Mind your own business, or someone will mind it for you.

We are responsible for ourselves, take that responsibility.

I do want the world to be a safe place for those like TM7 who are mentally disabled and cannot act like and adult.

Seek treatment before we read about you on CNN.

[tn_junk]

 Might as well burn your Bill of Rights and Constitution as they're worthless Jedi mind control tricks..right Heir Swampman?

"All propaganda has to be popular and has to adapt its spiritual level to the perception of the least intelligent of those towards whom it intends to direct itself."
Adolf Hitler, Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"), Vol. I

Sounds like to me you just destroyed your own argument.
The media is actually doing exactly as you describe, bending it's message to fit it's desire to "change" our minds. Whether it is Fox news and their "pro right" slant or NPR and their "leftwing agenda", hardly any news organization is actually reporting the news anymore. They are just delivery vehicles for whatever sociopolitical agenda they (or their owners) have chosen.

alan

[PartsMan]

Dale, I think they start with the truth.
The problem is they are not in the business of telling the truth.
They are selling ads just like every other show on TV.
Reporters get bonuses and promotions from ther left wing bosses for shock not truth.

As for what kind of American. Everybody is different.
My mom claims to be a conservative Democrate.

My PERSONAL views are right wing conservative. Very Republican.
POLITICLY  I vote for less government every time. More like the Libritarian party.

[tn_junk]

[/quote]

Not really Tnjunk...Talking to Heir Swampman specifically here.  But yes, the media is comprised of Heir Swampmans but with persuasive intellects. Hence the need for more critical analysis then ever by citizens; or we can just put ourselves in the hands of the all seeing Heir Swampmans of the world and they will herd us all right...right into early grave sickee sacrfices to Lucifer...

..TM7
[/quote]

Doesn't appear you have the intellectual power to argue a point without digressing to personal attack.
Calling someone "Heir Swampman" is a pointless and degrading tactic that only lessens what tiny amount of credibility you may have had.

alan

[magooch]

So the answer is that the government doesn't and shouldn't report the news; the media does and they can slant it any way they please.  We, have to be discerning enough to filter through the crap and maybe discover a real turd now and then.  And if that doesn't work for ya, at least we've got ole TM7 to keep us up to date.

[Dee]

 Might as well burn your Bill of Rights and Constitution as they're worthless Jedi mind control tricks..right Heir Swampman?

"All propaganda has to be popular and has to adapt its spiritual level to the perception of the least intelligent of those towards whom it intends to direct itself."
Adolf Hitler, Mein Kampf ("My Struggle"), Vol. I

Sounds like to me you just destroyed your own argument.
The media is actually doing exactly as you describe, bending it's message to fit it's desire to "change" our minds. Whether it is Fox news and their "pro right" slant or NPR and their "leftwing agenda", hardly any news organization is actually reporting the news anymore. They are just delivery vehicles for whatever sociopolitical agenda they (or their owners) have chosen.

alan

tnjunk, I agree with all your statement here that I have highlighted. I will leave the condesending comments to each other, to you guys. I do however, believe that a concentrated examination of the insults back and forth will show balance in that regard to all parties involved.

[Swampman]

None of my comments were insults.  I was just pointing out the facts.

[Dee]

None of my comments were insults.  I was just pointing out the facts.

Of course you were.

[oldandslow]

For some reason most of the posts here seem to degenerate into a bunch of name calling and insults among certain individuals. Reminds me of listening to a bunch of fifth grade school kids instead of adults.

[Swampman]

No name calling on my part.  Mental illness is serious business.

[ms]

No name calling on my part.  Mental illness is serious business.  you need help. 

[DakotaElkSlayer]

Murdoch is a neocon-NWO freak with a pornography kingdom as well. ..TM7

Pornography kingdom?  Well, I guess he can't be too bad!

Jim

[Dee]

No name calling on my part.  Mental illness is serious business.  you need help. 

ms, don't get upset. You know perfectly well that swampy's theme song is; Troll, Troll, Troll your boat. Swampy is a button pusher. Always has been, always will be. He'll take opposing views with himself (and does most often) to get a rise out of someone, and all the while claim mental superiority, and knowledge. You know that.

[Swampman]

Say what you will, I've never posted anything but well researched facts that I believe.

[Matt]

For some reason most of the posts here seem to degenerate into a bunch of name calling and insults among certain individuals. Reminds me of listening to a bunch of fifth grade school kids instead of adults.

Yep and I grow very tired of this and some are about to find out how tired...

Matt

[tn_junk]

Now I remember why I never even visit this part of GBO.

alan

p.s. apologies if I offended anybody