Media.
Definition
The various channels and platforms through which information, news, and entertainment are communicated to the public. Media plays a crucial role in democracy by informing citizens, shaping public opinion, and serving as a watchdog over government actions.
Examples
Real-world.
- 1 Television news coverage influencing public opinion during the Vietnam War
- 2 Social media platforms like Twitter enabling rapid spread of political information
- 3 Investigative journalism by the Washington Post uncovering the Watergate scandal