The Crisis of Journalism and the Conversion of the United States from a Democracy to a Dollarocracy

 The Crisis of Journalism and the Conversion of the United States from a Democracy to a Dollarocracy

The United States is no longer a "functional democracy," according to Jimmy Carter. The wealthy dominate politics and the rest of the population are sitting in the bleachers for a game at which they're mere spectators. This talk examines the crucial role that the collapse of journalism has played in accelerating and making permanent the state of "Dollarocracy." McChesney also discusses how American history - plus the experience of other democratic nations - suggests there are workable policy solutions to make possible a rich, diverse, uncensored, and competitive free press in the digital era.

FREE - but RSVP requested.

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