In an effort to maintain the support of their populations, governments began to rely on which new element of their societies?

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With the rise of mass communication technologies such as newspapers, radio, and television, governments began to rely heavily on the media to shape public opinion and maintain support. This allowed them to communicate their policies and propaganda to a large audience and shape public perception of events.

In an Effort to Maintain the Support of Their Populations