The Death of the Legacy Media

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CNN has experienced a staggering 47% decline in viewership, part of a broader trend of major news networks, including MSNBC, facing significant audience losses. (Getty Images)

By    |   Friday, 21 February 2025 07:04 AM EST

For decades, mainstream outlets have wielded incredible power over public perception. But now, the cracks in their credibility have widened into a possible full-blown collapse.

According to recent reports, CNN's prime-time audience has decreased by 45%, averaging 405,000 viewers, with a 52% decline in the 25-to-54-year-old demographic, reaching an all-time low of 77,000 viewers.

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Jerry McGlothlin

Jerry McGlothlin is a writer, media consultant, and CEO of Special Guests Publicity, a firm specializing in booking guests on major media platforms. With decades of experience in communications, he focuses on exploring political and societal issues from a conservative perspective.

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