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The media played a pivotal role in shaping public perception during the chaotic events unfolding on 9/11. Early reports and anchors, notably from Fox News, quickly designated blame and identified suspects, often without substantial evidence to back their claims. This urgency to assign culpability not only reflects a broader societal tendency to seek out immediate answers but also highlights a systemic issue regarding the consumption of information.
Misleading narratives and the rapid dissemination of partial truths contribute to a culture where the public swallows narratives without scrutiny. The pervasive reliance on media narratives, compounded by emotional responses, often leads to a warped understanding of events, creating a cycle of misinformation that persists over time.