Opening the stacks
Opening the stacks
The Kremlin's strategic takeover of independent media outlets, including television and print, to suppress dissent and control public information.
2 chapters across 2 books
Chapter 6 details the Kremlin's consolidation of control over Russian media under Putin, focusing on the downfall of Vladimir Gusinsky's Media-Most empire and the takeover of independent television channel NTV. It highlights the erosion of public trust in traditional journalism due to corruption and political pressure, the rise of Kremlin-aligned oligarchs controlling print media, and the emergence of the Internet as a new battleground for independent news and political influence. The chapter also touches on the limitations and challenges faced by early Russian internet media outlets amid growing state control.
The 'Preamble' chapter of 'Commodify Your Dissent' serves primarily as an introductory and promotional section, presenting critical acclaim and publishing information about the book. It highlights the book's focus on cultural criticism, particularly the intersection of consumer culture, corporate power, and dissent, setting the stage for the essays that follow. The chapter also includes bibliographic details and a glimpse of the contents, emphasizing the book's role as a collection of incisive critiques from The Baffler magazine.