The media destroyed the little credibility it had left during this campaign cycle. Major newspapers continue to announce layoffs, and the Christian Science Monitor, once one of the finest papers in America, is going web only.

They certainly helped elect “The One” because he was their chosen lord. In the end, they didn’t even try to hide it. Katie Couric couldn’t contain her glee on election night, and I’m surprised she didn’t squeal.

I don’t think there’s a rescue for the mainstream media. They’ve shot their wad, and now they’re basically done. What’s left is a shell that will remain and plod along, but to find real news, people are going to have to find sources online, and then sort it all out on their own.

Most people won’t bother and will continue to be Dan Rathered with the news.

This is the real loser of the election, the state of journalism in America. More than that, the people lose.

It’s up to you to be your own news gatherer. News is now a personal American obligation, should you care, and not something you can count on.

The mainstream media is done. Goodbye and good luck.

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