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The media serves to manipulate public opinion in favor of profitdriven agendas from "summary" of Profit Over People by Noam Chomsky

The mass media play a crucial role in shaping public opinion and perception. Through various forms of communication such as television, radio, newspapers, and the internet, the media has the power to influence how people think and feel about different issues. However, it is important to recognize that the media is not a neutral or objective source of information. Instead, it is often driven by profit motives and corporate interests. Corporate-owned media outlets are primarily focused on generating revenue and maximizing profits for their shareholders. As a result, they tend to prioritize stories and narratives that align with their own profit-driven agendas. This can lead to biased and one-sided reporting that serves to manipulate public opinion in favor of these agendas. For example, media conglomerates may downplay or ignore stories that are critical of corporate practices or government policies that could potentially harm their bottom line. Instead, they may ...
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    Profit Over People

    Noam Chomsky

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