Ben Bagdikian (American journalist)

Ben Bagdikian was an influential American journalist and media analyst known for his critiques of media consolidation and its impact on democracy. He served as the editor of the Washington Post and wrote the seminal book "The Media Monopoly," highlighting how a small number of corporations control most of the news and information Americans receive. His work emphasized the importance of a diverse and independent media landscape for a healthy democracy. Bagdikian's ideas continue to be relevant today as concerns about media ownership and its effects on public discourse persist.