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The stark reality is that most of these affected media outlets are left-leaning. Figures from the industry suggest that this polarization is not just a characteristic of the content being published; it also reflects broader social divides in America. The hosts of the podcast referenced the notion that, similar to sports fandom, viewers have become divided into "red media" and "blue media." Such a state of affairs begs the question: have these outlets failed to maintain a neutral perspective that appeals to a broader audience?