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Amid these changes, MSNBC has been critiqued for a perceived shift towards broader establishment alignment, distancing itself from more confrontational journalism that challenges corporate or governmental narratives. This potential pivot raises questions about the network's future direction and its ability to attract viewers dissatisfied with traditional media narratives. The concern is that MSNBC, instead of innovating, is doubling down on familiar and potentially uninspiring programming.