RIP Sky News
The channel’s decision to embrace wokery has left it paying a heavy price
Media pluralism is one of the hallmarks of a free society. Nations that can boast of it will axiomatically show greater regard for liberty and the right to dissent than those in which state authorities seek to control what is published or broadcast. And where citizens are exposed to a broader range of perspectives and opinions, they will invariably be better informed.
That is why we should always pause before rejoicing in the demise of any prominent media outlet – even those we don’t particularly care for. There is little to be gained from a narrowing of the choice available to the public, and much to be lost.
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