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The Madness of Modern Media and Culture Wars: A Deep Dive

The Fractured State of Free Speech and Censorship

The recent saga surrounding the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel from ABC exemplifies the volatile nature of free speech in today's media landscape. While traditionally, cable networks like ABC adhered to the expectation that they could regulate content to maintain decorum and uphold legal obligations, pressure from sponsors, local affiliates, and public backlash now heavily influence what gets aired. Kimmel's comments, which were hyperbolic and controversial, prompted swift action—he was suspended indefinitely—not because of government mandates but due to advertiser pullouts and the refusal of local stations to broadcast his segments.