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“And they've got to be held accountable; our broadcasting system has to be made accountable; and unless it is, it's going to be very hard to change anything else for the better in this country.”

Quote by Robert Waterman McChesney

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Robert Waterman McChesney

Robert Waterman McChesney, born in 1952, is a renowned professor in the field of communication studies, media research, and social theory. He has a significant influence and extensive research in the areas of media ownership, media political economy, and the impact of globalization on media. more

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