Suddenly, in the digital world, steep downsides of technical conformity were obvious. But such concerns should also extend to the shortage of variety in media content. And if we take a close look at the country's main news sources, the undermining of media ecology is all too evident. Right now, cash crops dominate the media terrain.
Little diversity takes root.
Erosion of public discourse is chronic, with monotonous and stultifying results. The actual experiences, perspectives and voices of some people. They may not have the income to qualify as middle class. They may be immigrants facing obstacles because of their race, religion or accent. They might be homeless, malnourished, unschooled or stuck in low-wage jobs.