Usage Note
Medienmacht refers to the political and social influence exercised by media companies or specific outlets. It is a key concept in discussions of Medienkonzentration (media concentration) and democratic accountability. Critics worry that undue Medienmacht in the hands of few owners undermines press pluralism.
Examples
"Die Debatte über die Medienmacht großer Konzerne bestimmt die medienpolitische Diskussion."
Natural Translation
The debate about the media power of large corporations dominates the media-policy discussion.
Literal Translation
The debate over the media-power of-large corporations determines the media-political discussion.
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