Media

Definition

The media, including social media, radio, and TV plays a crucial role in political socialization by selecting issues and transmitting them in a certain manner. The media can also be controlled by the government to shape people's views of the ruling party and the political institutions positively.

Related terms

Mass media: Forms of communication that reach large audiences, such as newspapers, magazines, television, and radio.

Propaganda: Information or ideas spread by governments or organizations to influence public opinion in favor of a particular cause or viewpoint.

Gatekeeping: The process by which media professionals decide what news stories get published or broadcasted.