A media analyst warns that the "media conglomerate" is selectively contributing to hysteria about global warming because the focus is only on stories that allege man-made carbon emissions are the problem.The analyst further states that there are plenty of opposing opinions from credible scientists that don't get airtime.He concludes that we are being deceived with an unbalanced,media-selected view.Whose theoretical perspective has informed this critic's observations?
A) Marshall McLuhan
B) Neil Postman
C) Fleras and Kunz
D) Chomsky and Herman

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The media analyst's observations reflect Chomsky and Herman's propaganda model, which suggests that the media is controlled by a small group of elites who selectively report news to serve their interests. This includes suppressing dissenting voices and presenting a biased view of important issues such as global warming.

A Media Analyst Warns That the "Media Conglomerate" Is Selectively