Communication Quote by Robert Waterman McChesney
“In the United States, both the upper levels of the Republican and Democratic Parties are in the pay of the corporate media and communication giants.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Media Matters, 2008
Corporate media dominate political parties, compromising democratic discourse.
In simple terms: Media control hurts democracy.
Demand independent media.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy debates
- journalism
- public opinion
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens support unbiased news?
- What reforms could reduce corporate media sway?
Alternative media may lack reach or resources.