The privatization of media and the death of public interest
Published on Monday, May 26th 2025 at 11:24 GMT by Salon
Democracy dies when billionaires own and threaten media
The article from Yahoo News discusses the detrimental effects of media privatization on public interest, arguing that the shift towards profit-driven media conglomerates has led to a decline in the quality and diversity of news coverage. It highlights how private media often prioritizes sensationalism and entertainment over substantive reporting, resulting in a lack of in-depth analysis and investigative journalism. The piece also touches on the erosion of media pluralism, as large corporations acquire smaller outlets, reducing the variety of perspectives available to the public. The author calls for a reevaluation of media ownership policies to ensure that media serves the public interest rather than solely corporate agendas.