The Media in Transitional Democracies

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The last quarter of a century has seen an unprecedented wave ofdemocratization around the globe. In these transitions fromauthoritarian rule to a more democratic order, the media haveplayed a key role both by facilitating, but frequently alsoinhibiting, democratic practices to take root. This book providesan accessible and systematic introduction to the media intransitional democracies. It analyses the problems that occur whentransforming the media into independent institutions that are ableto inform citizens and hold governments to account. The book coversthe following topics: * normative conceptions of media and democracy; * the role of the past in the transition process; * the internet as a new space for democratic change; * the persistence of political interference in emergingdemocracies; * the interlocking power of media markets and politicalownership; * the challenges to journalistic professionalism inpost-authoritarian contexts; * the role of the media in divided societies; The book takes a global view by exploring the interplay ofpolitical and media transitions in different pathways ofdemocratization that have taken place in Eastern Europe, LatinAmerica, Africa and Asia. It will be of interest to advancedstudents and scholars who want a better understanding of the mediaoutside established Western democracies. The book will also be ofgreat value to policymakers and activists who are involved instrengthening the media in transitional democracies.

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Katrin Voltmer

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Communication & Media Studies Democratic Systems Demokratische Systeme Kommunikation u. Medienforschung Media Studies Medienforschung Political Science Politikwissenschaft

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Winner of the 2017 International Journal of Press/Politics Book Award "Voltmer's comprehensive book skillfully integrates key conceptsfrom media studies, journalism studies, and political science toillustrate the roles of various forms of media in different typesof post-authoritarian democracies. Highly recommended" Choice "Voltmer offers the most comprehensive analysis of the media andpolitical transitions that I have encountered" Democratisation "The scope of Voltmer?s book is astonishing ? itresembles an ocean where geographic magnitude meets with broad andfundamental themes. Voltmer navigates quite elegantly in this spaceposing remarkably clear questions and logical examples" European Journal of Communication 'Voltmer has added a superb volume to the literature on democraciesin transition: well-considered, original, systematic and a welcomecombination of theory and acute observation.' Monroe Price, University of Pennsylvania 'Voltmer has written a comprehensive, elegant and nuancedanalysis about the state of media and democracy around the world.The book is a go-to reference for anyone interested inunderstanding the dynamic relationship between media and politics,and the obstacles for more plural, public-oriented media.' Silvio Waisbord, George Washington University 'Comprehensive and contemporary, Voltmer's book is a valuableaddition to the comparative media studies literature, and advancesour understanding of the close and complex relationship between themedia and new democracies.' Daya Thussu, University of Westminster, London
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