The most powerful source of pro-Russian propaganda is not the Russian government. It's the #1 rated host on U.S. cable television: Fox News' Tucker Carlson. But before we dive into the disinformation, let's establish the facts. For decades, the United States has partnered with former members of the Soviet Union to
Can't anyone do a "deep dive" on Tucker Carlson? I'd love to see someone do a complete expose of what this seditious creep is receiving from Russia for his constant spewing of anti-American, anti-democratic talking points. Had he been around in the 1930s and 1940s, does anyone else have any doubt that he'd have been spreading pro-Nazi, anti-Semitic propaganda ("Why AREN'T we supporting Hitler? The Jewish people have long acted against the interests of the Christian German people. Germany's grievances against the Polish people are entirely legitimate. Etc., etc...............)? He is evil, and I don't use that word lightly or glibly.
Thank you Judd, it's actually quite clear who is on Putin's payroll in the USA now, and Carlson and many (many) GOP operatives and politicians have proclaimed their love of Putin until recently. Some who depend on his bribes or who are subject to blackmail continue, especially Carlson, Marjorie Taylor, Boebert, and others. An article by you showing who has flipped and who has not, and their timing would be a breakthrough. Having a timeline chart for major mouthpieces would do wonders. ❤️
I dropped cable specifically because of F*X. I asked Comcast to give me a package without, and they said no can do. This was about a year ago. The only thing I miss is not being able to watch my teams easily.
For fellow Popular Info readers: If you're a Spectrum internet customer, you are about the only TV customer able to get a basic package with a la carte channel selection allowing you to not subsidize Fox. See https://www.stopdisinformation.org/spectrum-tv If you're a medical professional who thinks COVID disinformation makes an excellent case for every TV subscriber having a comparable option, here's an Open Letter you can sign: bit.ly/StopCovidDisinformation
I would gladly get rid of Fox News if I could without losing all other forms of tv news. Right now I subscribe to Verizon with a news and sports only package plus internet service. I could try abandoning cable all together and go with just fire stick. But I would actually miss CNN. Maybe this is the juncture where complaints to cable companies will result in choice for consumers. I will complain, again.
Tucker Carlson and others are weaving a fanciful tale of American collusion with Ukrainian biological weapons developers. The issue? Why would we be funding efforts to endanger ourselves? I feel like this reasoning doesn't pass even a preliminary smell test. Unfortunately, that will probably be sufficient to dupe the majority of FOX News viewers.
Cut my cable years ago. It was painful because over-the-air TV programs are very limited in rural areas but I am so glad I did it anyway. Now if I can just find an alternative to AT&T that reaches me out here… 🤔
I have written to cable companies and car makers that I do not want Fox propaganda stations as options on the radio or on cable.I just trying to be one of many voices, I know that it is unlikely to happen without far more pressure and what it always takes…withdrawal of advertisers.
But so many protect Faux News as Free Speech. They are a security nightmare and verifiably lie and promote dangerous behavior in followers.
All the largest media conglomerate are owned by ultra right. Why can make monopolies illegal again, we can be vocal about advertisers but we’re stuck with an actual republican majority with 2 traitors in the Dem party. Let this be a lesson to Dems…never let these republicans get away with their destructive monopoly ever again! Show some spine early on!
PS: Streaming services are getting more like cable with bundling of multiple unwanted channels. I was thrilled when YouTubeTV reduced the monthly $65 fee to $50 when they lost ESPN and not happy when then bumped it back up once they had a deal with Disney!
Can't anyone do a "deep dive" on Tucker Carlson? I'd love to see someone do a complete expose of what this seditious creep is receiving from Russia for his constant spewing of anti-American, anti-democratic talking points. Had he been around in the 1930s and 1940s, does anyone else have any doubt that he'd have been spreading pro-Nazi, anti-Semitic propaganda ("Why AREN'T we supporting Hitler? The Jewish people have long acted against the interests of the Christian German people. Germany's grievances against the Polish people are entirely legitimate. Etc., etc...............)? He is evil, and I don't use that word lightly or glibly.
Thank you Judd, it's actually quite clear who is on Putin's payroll in the USA now, and Carlson and many (many) GOP operatives and politicians have proclaimed their love of Putin until recently. Some who depend on his bribes or who are subject to blackmail continue, especially Carlson, Marjorie Taylor, Boebert, and others. An article by you showing who has flipped and who has not, and their timing would be a breakthrough. Having a timeline chart for major mouthpieces would do wonders. ❤️
I dropped cable specifically because of F*X. I asked Comcast to give me a package without, and they said no can do. This was about a year ago. The only thing I miss is not being able to watch my teams easily.
I'll live.
For fellow Popular Info readers: If you're a Spectrum internet customer, you are about the only TV customer able to get a basic package with a la carte channel selection allowing you to not subsidize Fox. See https://www.stopdisinformation.org/spectrum-tv If you're a medical professional who thinks COVID disinformation makes an excellent case for every TV subscriber having a comparable option, here's an Open Letter you can sign: bit.ly/StopCovidDisinformation
I would gladly get rid of Fox News if I could without losing all other forms of tv news. Right now I subscribe to Verizon with a news and sports only package plus internet service. I could try abandoning cable all together and go with just fire stick. But I would actually miss CNN. Maybe this is the juncture where complaints to cable companies will result in choice for consumers. I will complain, again.
Tucker Carlson and others are weaving a fanciful tale of American collusion with Ukrainian biological weapons developers. The issue? Why would we be funding efforts to endanger ourselves? I feel like this reasoning doesn't pass even a preliminary smell test. Unfortunately, that will probably be sufficient to dupe the majority of FOX News viewers.
Cut my cable years ago. It was painful because over-the-air TV programs are very limited in rural areas but I am so glad I did it anyway. Now if I can just find an alternative to AT&T that reaches me out here… 🤔
Great reporting! Thank you.
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How do we stop paying this tax and keep cable?
I have written to cable companies and car makers that I do not want Fox propaganda stations as options on the radio or on cable.I just trying to be one of many voices, I know that it is unlikely to happen without far more pressure and what it always takes…withdrawal of advertisers.
But so many protect Faux News as Free Speech. They are a security nightmare and verifiably lie and promote dangerous behavior in followers.
All the largest media conglomerate are owned by ultra right. Why can make monopolies illegal again, we can be vocal about advertisers but we’re stuck with an actual republican majority with 2 traitors in the Dem party. Let this be a lesson to Dems…never let these republicans get away with their destructive monopoly ever again! Show some spine early on!
Yesterday I changed my Xfinity subscription to a flex box, saving big and not signing up for Fox News. SO FOX NEWS NO LONGER GETS A PENNY FROM ME.
PS: Streaming services are getting more like cable with bundling of multiple unwanted channels. I was thrilled when YouTubeTV reduced the monthly $65 fee to $50 when they lost ESPN and not happy when then bumped it back up once they had a deal with Disney!
One Word: Reprehensible
We dropped cable after 9/11. What's the solution for those who want cable service but don't support disinformation?