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Originally Posted by MMM
I don't think you can talk about "the media" and what it does as one thing. There are all kinds of media, and it is plural for medium, or a way to transfer information.
"The media" doesn't have power over your.
That's like blaming the beer mug for your alcoholism.
The beer mug gives you the power to drink, but it has no feelings or desires in the matter.
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If you read the thread you would have known that he was referring to the content of different media, journalism, advertising, movies, etc. Which is commonly referred to as "the media".
Or were you just trying to be a wise***?
I know that you are quite intelligent, so it would be more interesting if you offered your opinion on the subject.