I think it is absolutely essential in a democracy to have competition in the media, a lot of competition, and we seem to be moving away from that.
Meaning of the quote
It's important for a democracy to have many different news sources competing with each other. That way, people can get information from different perspectives and make their own decisions. But Cronkite worries that we're moving away from this kind of competition in the media.
About Walter Cronkite
Walter Cronkite was an iconic American broadcast journalist who served as the anchor for the CBS Evening News for 19 years. He was often referred to as “the most trusted man in America” and covered major events throughout his long career, including World War II, the Vietnam War, and the U.S. space program. Cronkite received numerous honors and awards for his exceptional journalism.
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