POL208Y1 Chapter Notes - Chapter 15: Top Media, Consumer Choice, Internet Governance

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13 Apr 2018
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How do we find out what is going on in the world. Our own particular time and place shapes how we know world. Need forms of media to convey information (technology) We know and formulate opinions by consuming and interpreting media. Government discourages watchdog tendencies during ties of war. Protect / classify information in the name of national security. Military no longer controlled and censored reporters, but had to respond (reactive) Informs public and acts as watchdog on those in power. Consumer choice, range of options --> forms general consensus. Media works to secure the interests of the elite. Encourage idea that hierarchy is good for everyone. Can critique politicians but not foundations of political power. Give impression of being check on government power but controls / confines terms to avoid questioning system. Readings page 1 confines terms to avoid questioning system.

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