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<p>BNSF1995 wrote:
I think CN is intentionally leaking them to sabotage the show's ratings so they can justify cancelling it in favor of more Teen Titans Go reruns.
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<dl><dd>1) Renewing the show with a new season, twice.
</dd><dd>2) Advertising the show online, which is where much of the fan base is.
</dd><dd>3) Encouraging fans to download their exclusive app for legal episodes before they air on TV.
</dd><dd>4) Uploading official clips, songs, and crew interviews.
</dd><dd>5) Licensing merchandise: Dolls, figures, CDs, books, video games, posters and even clothing.
</dd><dd>6) Showing support for how this show tackles (what is viewed as) social ills.
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Yeah, it does seem like Cartoon Network is really trying to sabotage Steven Universe. Or perhaps they realized how much of joke Nielsen's Ratings are and are trying to push new ways to keep the show running.
</p><p>Many networks have been doing this since 2012. Not everyone in America is a part of the Nielsen program, so regardless if you watch it on TV, when it airs, your viewership won't count if you are not assigned.
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