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Maddow's viewers had dedicated themselves to her narrative, often shaped by emotions related to their opposition to Donald Trump. This sudden disillusionment serves as a microcosm for a larger trend where viewers reassess their beliefs when confronted with contrasting evidence. The once staunch listener base to Maddow and other left-wing commentators, including those on CNN like Joy Reid, has begun to question the reliability of their messages, especially in light of changing perspectives among the American electorate.