Ben Bagdikian

Ben Bagdikian was an influential American journalist and media critic best known for his work exposing media consolidation. He argued that a handful of corporations controlled the majority of news outlets, which limited diversity of viewpoints and information. His book, "The Media Monopoly," highlighted how this concentration of power affects democracy and public discourse. Bagdikian emphasized the importance of a free press and the need for greater media diversity to ensure that a wide range of opinions and truths are accessible to the public. His insights remain relevant in discussions about media ownership and freedom.