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Television has undergone significant changes in recent decades, with the rise of cable channels and streaming services breaking the dominance of traditional broadcast networks. Despite these changes, television continues to shape our culture and demand our attention. Streaming services have become popular, offering a wide range of content at low prices, but as prices rise and content becomes more limited, subscribers are canceling their subscriptions. Television has played a crucial role in shaping American culture, but it has also been criticized for its limited representation of marginalized voices. The article discusses the evolution of television and mass media in the United States, highlighting major events, the rise of cable and streaming services, and the impact of media bias on public opinion. It also mentions the current state of the TV industry, focusing on the decline of cable and the dominance of streaming platforms. The article concludes by discussing the effects of media fragmentation and the paradox of choice on viewership habits. [Extracted from the article]

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