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Audience ratings provide a broader context for these discussions. Decreasing viewership numbers have placed immense pressure on networks like MSNBC to retain or expand their audience. Comparatively, shows like "The Five" on Fox News outperform MSNBC, hogging the spotlight in key demographic segments. This stark contrast in ratings amplifies criticisms regarding the direction of MSNBC and the potential detriment of relying on traditional anchors like Maddow.