Dank ...
The Congress and Senate may have a Democrat majority at this time, but it is hardly controlled by the ultra-left. In fact, the ultra-left base is screaming like bloody banshees because nothing is being accomplished that was promised to them prior to the last election.
And, I agree that the media is owned by conservative or right wing interests. While that's true, the majority of commentators freely admit to being left-wing. I think the figure is 86% of media commentators voted for democrat candidates.
And the reason left-wing talk shows don't survive is because of lack of talent and lack of entertainment value. Talk radio is market driven. In other words, if the ratings aren't there, sponsors won't pay to keep the shows on.
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