Media Activism
[More coming soon]
Things to read
Fighting for Air:
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Eric Klinenberg “A groundbreaking investigative work by a critically acclaimed sociologist on the corporate takeover of local news and what it means for all Americans.” |
Rich Media,
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Robert W. McChesney “Rich Media, Poor Democracy addresses the corporate media explosion and the corresponding implosion of public life that characterizes our times.
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Things to watch
Rich Media, Poor Democracy |
This is a short clip (~5 mins) that gives an overview of why the corporate control and consolidation of media in the hands of a few undermines the health and vitality of democracies.
http://www.indyarocks.com/videos/Rich-Media-Poor-Democracy-1324211 |
Mobilizing Media Reformy |
This is a 14-minute video with policymakers and activists discussing the state of media and democracy in the U.S. The video, supported by Free Press, describes the history of this issue and suggest ways citizens can get involved.
Part One |