The mass media has taken the world by storm. From traditional media such as newspapers and television, to new-age media such as the internet, media has allowed information to be disseminated at an unprecedented rate? However, has media been generally beneficial or detrimental to us?
Some arguments I can think of on the spot:
Mass media may destabilize society because they can be used for dissent.
Mass media may fragment society along moral lines because some people have more tolerance for more raunchy media and others have less
However, mass media can be used to connect the government with the people, ensuring that their opinions are heard, etc.
Note that these are not my opinions, just general arguments I can think of at the moment.
So? Has mass media been beneficial or detrimental?
Some arguments I can think of on the spot:
Mass media may destabilize society because they can be used for dissent.
Mass media may fragment society along moral lines because some people have more tolerance for more raunchy media and others have less
However, mass media can be used to connect the government with the people, ensuring that their opinions are heard, etc.
Note that these are not my opinions, just general arguments I can think of at the moment.
So? Has mass media been beneficial or detrimental?