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Copy-Paste: A model for the creation of the public media sphere by private media on the example of TV Republika
By Jacek Mikucki, University of Warsaw
In this piece, Jacek Mikucki presents an in-depth examination of the unintentional consequences of dismantling state captured media in Poland. He explains the controversy around public media that was perceived as a tool of the former ruling party and how a private media outlet has capitalised on that turmoil. Public service media is essential not only for inclusion and diversity but also democracy, and this piece provides lessons for nations trying to deal with high levels of political and media polarisation.
The political struggle over the capture of public service media
It would seem that a political system in which the dominance of two politicial parties develops may indicate the maturity of democracy. On the Polish political scene, the Law and Justice (Prawo i Sprawiedliwość, PiS) and the Civic Coalition (Koalicja Obywatelsks, KO) parties have fought for power for over&nb...Read more
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