Key theory 12 - power and media industries - curran and seaton

Key theory 12 - power and media industries - Curran and Seaton 

 The media is controlled by a small number of companies primarily driven by profit and power. Media concentration limits variety, creativity and quality. more socially diverse patterns of ownership can create more varied and adventurous media production.  

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