Bloomsbury Academic Media, Politics and Democracy - Bloomsbury Academic Book

Explore the complex relationship between information and governance in the third edition of Media, Politics and Democracy. This book examines the ongoing debate regarding media influence and the power held by different entities. It looks at how both social and traditional media impact our thoughts, behaviors, and voting patterns. Street provides a detailed look at the evolution of media power, tracing the history from traditional media conglomerates to the rapid rise of modern Tech Giants. The text addresses modern anxieties such as the spread of fake news and the specific ways political candidates utilize social media platforms to reach audiences. By placing current issues into a historical context, this work compares how different states and societies respond to media shifts. Through various global examples, readers gain a deeper understanding of how the changing media landscape affects democratic processes around the world.