Mass Media- Marxist.

Question 1

Bourgeoisie and the media.

Answer 1

Own the media.
Use it to transmit their ideology.
We see social groups from their point of view.
Controlled by white middle/upper class males, their social class seen more favourably.

Question 2

Marxist and mainstream media.

Answer 2

Oppose it, because they think it helps maintain an unfair society and stops people from thinking critically.

Question 3

Miliband.

Answer 3

1969
Argued the ruling class control society by creating a false picture of reality that presents capitalism positively.

Question 4

Marxist views on the media.

Answer 4

Media is part of the superstructure of society.
Supports the economic base.
Controlled by the bourgeoisie.