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The Influence of Mass Media and Personal Connections
This chapter explores the historical debate on mass culture, emphasizing the role of personal influence in shaping public opinion as outlined by sociologist Paul Lazarsfeld. It discusses significant insights from Dr. Frank Stanton's 1962 lecture, contrasting his perspectives with those of contemporaries, while highlighting television's dual role in promoting literacy and reflecting on Richard Wright’s views on the Negro artist.