At the LSE Festival panel, experts, including Donnachadh McCarthy, discussed the detrimental impact of billionaire-owned media on climate action, revealing a sharp decline in public support for climate investments. Donnachadh urged for electoral reforms, a Media Sovereignty Act, and eco-populism to counteract harmful narratives and ensure democratic control over climate policy and public perception.
Donnachadh McCarthy criticises the recent Court of Appeals ruling that classified peaceful opposition to Palestinian genocide as “terrorism,” asserting it undermines democracy.
Donnachadh McCarthy discusses the detrimental influence of billionaire-owned media on climate protection, highlighting their shift from Brexit propaganda to opposing actions for a stable climate.
Donnachadh McCarthy calls for action against the influence of billionaire media in the UK, alleging it promotes a racist, fascist agenda that undermines democracy. He proposes three key reforms: implementing a Supplementary Vote, enacting a Media Sovereignty Act, and adopting eco-populism.
In an appearance on the Jacob Rees-Mogg Show, Donnachadh McCarthy critiques dark-money-funded think tanks like The Taxpayers Alliance. He argues that they distort democracy by promoting corporate interests over public welfare.