Monday, January 23, 2006

Favorable press in Argentina

It recently realized the extent of political control over newspapers in Latin America, while reading The Economist (Jan 14-20, 2006). I was aware of the complete control that Fidel has over the Granma in Cuba, but I didn't realize the subtler manipulations that Kirshner has been using in Argentina. Through a series of favors the government has been able to secure favorable press.
For a more detailed explanation go to www.economist.com

No comments: