Media manipulation

Media manipulation refers to the intentional distortion or control of information in the media to achieve a specific outcome or to influence public perception. This can involve various techniques such as selective reporting, censorship, framing, and the use of propaganda. The goal of media manipulation is often to shape public opinion, sway political outcomes, or promote particular ideologies or commercial interests. In Hebrew, this concept is translated as שינוי תפיסת הציבור באמצעות התקשורת (Shinui Tefisat HaTzibur Al Yede HaTikshoret). In Spanish, it is known as manipulación de los medios, and in French, it is referred to as manipulation médiatique. Key contextual information includes the role of media literacy in combating manipulation, the ethical implications of such practices, and the impact of digital and social media on the ease and reach of manipulative techniques. Media manipulation can occur in both traditional and new media formats, and its effects can be far-reaching, influencing everything from local community dynamics to international relations.