The Media in Transitional Democracies

The Media in Transitional DemocraciesDive into the intricate relationship between media and democratic transitions with 'The Media in Transitional Democracies.' This essential read details the pivotal role media plays in the democratization process across the globe. Discover how the last quarter century has been marked by an unprecedented wave of democratization and how media organizations have both facilitated and inhibited these vital changes. This insightful analysis addresses key

Dive into the intricate relationship between media and democratic transitions with 'The Media in Transitional Democracies.' This essential read details the pivotal role media plays in the democratization process across the globe. Discover how the last quarter-century has been marked by an unprecedented wave of democratization and how media organizations have both facilitated and inhibited these vital changes. This insightful analysis addresses key challenges in transforming media into independent and accountable institutions that inform citizens effectively. Explore critical topics such as normative conceptions of media and democracy, the historical context's influence on current dynamics, and the emergence of the internet as a catalyst for democratic change.

The book critically examines the persistent political interference in budding democracies, the interplay between media markets and political ownership, and the crucial challenges faced by journalists in post-authoritarian landscapes. In doing so, it emphasizes the media's role in divided societies and the importance of understanding these issues in various global contexts, including Eastern Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Whether you are an advanced student, a scholar in political science, or a policymaker striving to enhance media systems in transitional settings, this book is a must-have resource.

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ISBN: 9780745644592
Year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 204

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745644592
Year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 204


Description:
The last quarter of a century has seen an unprecedented wave of
democratization around the globe. In these transitions from
authoritarian rule to a more democratic order, the media have
played a key role both by facilitating, but frequently also
inhibiting, democratic practices to take root. This book provides
an accessible and systematic introduction to the media in
transitional democracies. It analyses the problems that occur when
transforming the media into independent institutions that are able
to inform citizens and hold governments to account. The book covers
the following topics: 


normative conceptions of media and democracy;

the role of the past in the transition process;

the internet as a new space for democratic change;

the persistence of political interference in emerging
democracies;

the interlocking power of media markets and political
ownership;

the challenges to journalistic professionalism in
post-authoritarian contexts;

the role of the media in divided societies;

The book takes a global view by exploring the interplay of
political and media transitions in different pathways of
democratization that have taken place in Eastern Europe, Latin
America, Africa and Asia. It will be of interest to advanced
students and scholars who want a better understanding of the media
outside established Western democracies. The book will also be of
great value to policymakers and activists who are involved in
strengthening the media in transitional democracies.