This thesis of this essay revolves around the political and social influence of mass media on its audience, as I examine the extent of their control over the populous as an agent of socialization as well as the collaborative efforts between state and media pertaining to political issues and the narratives used to disseminate the information to the public. Furthermore, this would be elaborated upon through the analysis of the modern-day phenomenon known as Islamophobia, as I discuss how Muslims have been portrayed to be a violent threat to Western society through false assertions and the emphas...

• Word Count: 2019
• Approx Pages: 8
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• Grade Level: Graduate