- Jan 3, 2012
- 17,351
That's not just about the BBC, then.
On the basis that the BBC gets accused of bias from all sides, they are probably getting it right in what are very difficult times.
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[Politics] The BBC - (Rant about Impartiality)
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That's not just about the BBC, then.
On the basis that the BBC gets accused of bias from all sides, they are probably getting it right in what are very difficult times.
whosthedaddy
striker256
Doff your cap redneck
Hmm! There are those who are very well educated, and amongst those there are people who have been told that they are born leaders, that others will follow you because you exude confidence, intelligence, poise, purpose and above all, you have family money to get things you want done, removing whatever obstacles that may get in your way.
Then there are those who have to scrap for everything, people who have been told that they will amount to nothing, you're told that your best bet is to follow the leaders, be grateful for anything that comes you way, and DO NOT question your superiors, they know what's best for you.
It appears that there is a bipartite decision to be made here, go with the flow and be thankful for your lot in life, or fight the natural order of things, stand tall and question everything the born leaders do, that's the only way you'll get what's best for YOU, not THEM.
Hmm! There are those who are very well educated, and amongst those there are people who have been told that they are born leaders, that others will follow you because you exude confidence, intelligence, poise, purpose and above all, you have family money to get things you want done, removing whatever obstacles that may get in your way.
Then there are those who have to scrap for everything, people who have been told that they will amount to nothing, you're told that your best bet is to follow the leaders, be grateful for anything that comes you way, and DO NOT question your superiors, they know what's best for you.
It appears that there is a bipartite decision to be made here, go with the flow and be thankful for your lot in life, or fight the natural order of things, stand tall and question everything the born leaders do, that's the only way you'll get what's best for YOU, not THEM.
What might help is if people like yourself did not come to ridiculous assumptions based upon bugger all evidence. I happen to be from a working class comprehensive background, however I have never let that be an excuse to be ignorant of issues that have an impact on me. I do think a knowledge test should be implemented before voting, that way maybe we wouldn't have the situation where in the UK AFTER THE VOTE the second most searched term was "what is the EU". And I stand by my assertion that too many people cannot be bothered looking deeply into serious issues and instead go with their gut feelings, or they, like you just have, jump to unwarranted assumptions.
Blue Valkyrie
Not seen such Bravery!
It's not known as The Brexit Broadcasting Corporation for nothing.
BadFish
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- Oct 19, 2003
- 18,194
Of course the proof of the BBC's left leaning biases are the constant stream of left wing governments foisted on the UK public who foolishly allow themselves to be duped by the public broadcasting organisation.
If only there were some right wing media outlets to provide balance.
If only there were some right wing media outlets to provide balance.
Nixonator
Well-known member
You've only just noticed this?
blue-shifted
Banned
Hello. I'm seriously deluded
Shame you didn’t say it outright. Curious hmmm?
portlock seagull
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- Jul 28, 2003
- 17,776
https://www.spectator.co.uk/2019/09...s-the-bbc-has-lost-any-claim-to-impartiality/
I have to agree with [MENTION=1694]shingle[/MENTION]
The BBC is far from impartial these days. The above article is an interesting read too.
keaton
Big heart, hot blood and balls. Big balls
- Nov 18, 2004
- 9,972
That article is clearly very balanced. I particularly like the bit where it claims Nigel farage doesn't get interviewed though by the BBC
blue-shifted
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A simple wiki search about the spectator tells you this .......
The Spectator is a weekly British magazine on politics, culture, and current affairs. It was first published in July 1828. It is owned by David and Frederick Barclay who also own The Daily Telegraph newspaper, via Press Holdings. Its principal subject areas are politics and culture.
So it's owned by the same company that owns the Telegraph (or is it known as the Borisagraph these days?) and it's written an article claiming a BBC isn't impartial any more.
This is a great example of the problems the BBC has got. It's suffering a sustained assault from the breadth of the right wing media and perfectly sensible people are getting taken in by it. And of course they are. History shows us that if you repeat similar messages over a long period of time the drip, drip effect you can get people to believe and think pretty much anything. None of us are immune to this sort of thing, me included, though we all like to think we are
- Jan 3, 2012
- 17,351
Is that a whoosh attempt?
I have just read an article that says Garage has been on the panel of Question Time 33 times. It contrasts this with the fact that Oswald Mosley was banned by the BBC (and every other major broadcaster and media outlet) for over 30 years.
- Jan 3, 2012
- 17,351
Is that a whoosh attempt?
I have just read an article that says Garage has been on the panel of Question Time 33 times. It contrasts this with the fact that Oswald Mosley was banned by the BBC (and every other major broadcaster and media outlet) for over 30 years.
Sorry, but I thought it was such a good point it bore repeating��
keaton
Big heart, hot blood and balls. Big balls
- Nov 18, 2004
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I was being sarcastic
- Apr 5, 2014
- 25,901
Did you watch the series ?
I watched that series and thought it was really informing, It shows how easily folk can be manipulated. I did think about modern times and wondered about the rise of the right across Europe at present. The series did fail to focus on the manipulative patterns in popular thought. I felt that it may not have wanted to go there- less someone accuse the BBC of bias
There are comparisons but not like then.
I didn't think or compare the players to anyone from today. Neither did the series encourage me to do that.
I have said many times that I don't believe the BBC is biased. The fact that both the left and the right wing claim it is shows evidence. They piss both off equally.
What people often moan about is how culturally sensitive they are. But that shows a desire to be impartial.
The BBC has rarely been called out for reporting on BREXIT that wasn't factual. People seem to want them to take sides. I don't- and I don't think they do.
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- Apr 5, 2014
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That would be reported as no more than 99 can be confirmed as likely.
If someone wants three figures then maybe read a tabloid...