Echo Chambers and Low Ratings: The View From the Bottom

The following article, Echo Chambers and Low Ratings: The View From the Bottom, was first published on The Black Sphere. Let’s talk about The View, that daytime carnival of cacklers, where nuanced debate goes to die and the echo chamber reigns supreme. Apparently, the show’s ratings are in the gutter. Shocker! It’s like discovering that deep-fried Oreos aren’t a health food. According to RadarOnline.com, ABC executives are panicking, grappling with the reality that perhaps parroting the same tired Leftist talking points isn’t exactly riveting television. Diversity… But Not Really These execs are reportedly throwing around the word “diversity” like it’s a holy grail they just stumbled upon. But let’s be clear: The View’s definition of diversity starts and ends with making sure the Starbucks order includes soy milk. Political diversity? A broader perspective? Forget it. The panel is a monolith of progressive groupthink, with each member seemingly competing for the “most sanctimoniously out-of-touch” award. It’s no surprise they’ve been labeled a “radical progressive insane asylum” by Meghan McCain, a former co-host. She’s not wrong. The lineup is as ideologically varied as a vegan potluck. Ignorance as a Lifestyle Choice Here’s the fascinating part: despite the ratings dive, the hosts refuse...