The Influence of the Media on Political Decisions
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https://doi.org/10.59675/S225Keywords:
Media, Politics, Public Opinion, NewsAbstract
The news media's function in contemporary political philosophy is restricted to acting as a go-between for the public and their representatives rather than as a rival source of political power. However, even while politicians continue to make official decisions, the media controls their space. Over the past few decades, political campaigns have evolved in character. In the early 1900s, newspapers were the only media with political influence; they were modified to reflect the impact of radio media on politics. Social media now affects us; later, television influenced society's politics. In addition to elections and political campaigns, social media significantly influences how society thinks about politics. Many researchers' opinions that examined the connection between politics and the media are the main subject of this narrative review and concluded that the leading media, whether they are referred to as "liberal" or "conservative," are vast corporations that are linked to and owned by even more giant conglomerates. They offer a commodity for sale to a market, just like other businesses. Social media has revolutionized politics by providing channels for involvement, mobilization, and interaction that were impossible decades ago. The media significantly impacts politics, elections, and campaigns by determining the critical topics, which candidates will receive the most attention, and what standards they should apply when assessing candidates.
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