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> Media always need resources to get produced, no matter which format. So they are never independent. Whoever provides these resources has the power. (…) It's n
by zoul 7y ago
> Media always need resources to get produced, no matter which format. So they are never independent. Whoever provides these resources has the power. (…) It's not perfect but it can't be improved either. You can only exchange one master for another.
There’s a big difference between being dependent on (a) a wealthy owner, (b) big advertisers, and (c) readers.
- organsnyder 7y agoI'm not sure I've ever seen a successful news organization that hasn't relied on some combination of all three.
- chimprich 7y agoWell the Guardian has managed to be successful without a wealthy owner.