Edward S. Herman

Edward S. Herman was an American economist and media critic known for analyzing how news organizations often serve the interests of powerful groups, shaping public perception. Along with Noam Chomsky, he co-developed the "Propaganda Model," which suggests that mass media filters information to prioritize elite perspectives and maintain social and economic hierarchies. Herman's work highlights the ways mainstream media can omit or distort facts, influencing our understanding of world events. His insights encourage critical thinking about media fairness and the underlying motives in news reporting.