Mike Wagner
@prowag.bsky.social
William T. Evjue Distinguished Chair for the Wisconsin Idea, Professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, U of Wisconsin-Madison. Director, Center for Communication and Civic Renewal. Inflated sense of karaoke ability. 10/10 Room Rater.
Was just making that point, although in a far more egghead fashion
January 3, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Was just making that point, although in a far more egghead fashion
So you’re saying history matters?
January 3, 2026 at 3:18 PM
So you’re saying history matters?
For sure; a very plausible outcome is that people forget all about this in a few weeks. But if Venezuela descends into chaos and this emboldens China and Russia in ways that affect U.S. life, it could matter in a number of ways. But, the media environment makes it very hard to get people to care
January 3, 2026 at 3:05 PM
For sure; a very plausible outcome is that people forget all about this in a few weeks. But if Venezuela descends into chaos and this emboldens China and Russia in ways that affect U.S. life, it could matter in a number of ways. But, the media environment makes it very hard to get people to care
Lots more to this than the communication aspect, of course, but that’s my area of expertise. Time for those we’ve elected to clearly, repeatedly, and carefully share their views with us and for news orgs to hold power accountable. 10/10
January 3, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Lots more to this than the communication aspect, of course, but that’s my area of expertise. Time for those we’ve elected to clearly, repeatedly, and carefully share their views with us and for news orgs to hold power accountable. 10/10