All true what you say, but it is what it is. And we can still beat them. Reagan did it, speaking over their heads directly to Americans. And there was no alternative media. Bush had his victories and can not communicate like Reagan.
They have countered the alternative media with precision coordination with the DNC and other leftist. They will ruin as many "great communicators" as come before them.
I have seen many "great communicators" come and go, only to be ruined by the drive by media.
Attacking the media should be a major focus of Conservatives, and not just relying on a messenger.