You are right. But I am happy to be informed.And warts....never bothered me much.
Populism also rose because people became informed which is why the left has moved to control 100% of the media and all social platforms.
We are still beating them. And they know it.
And part of the problem is that many people do not take the time or make the effort to discern what is being said or shown. They assume it is honest and factual. We are all biased in our views whether we are aware of it or not. And that carries over into our politics.
I have been flamed and accused of posting “liberal” talking points. Yet there are no cogent counter arguments just a repetition of talking points or views from a source the poster has gotten their information from. And who is say those sites are not biased in their views. I read a lot of different sources from around the world and this country. And I’ll tell you, as you probably already know, that opinions and views vary widely. So it is up to the reader to filter out the bias and find the facts for themselves and not assume the writer has no agenda or is not biased.
I hold strong opinions on many issues. But I certainly don’t think my opinions are the last word. If you can convince me I am wrong thru facts and information I will certainly reconsider my views. I may not change them but I am not going to attack anyone or demean them for holding those views. I will just disagree. That doesn’t make me evil or something.