RESPONSE PAPER 6: “THE MEDIA SPECTACLE COMES TO MEXICO”
Article
This is a response to (Paz 2016) article entitled “The Media Spectacle Comes to Mexico”.
Core Argument/Thesis
Paz (2016) argues that although politics and the religious elements are vital aspects that define civilization and, in this case, social wellness, media contributes a lot. In fact, media dictates the fate of social matters in any conflict in the society. For the Mexican people, media was instrumental towards unmasking the truth behind the people’s struggle and the representation of grievances of the various social movements.
Literature Review
It is ideal to recognize the power of religion in defining morality, values and the order of the society. Likewise, according to the views of the political theorist – Shakespeare – the political stage make-up has a direct influence on the social status of country/region. Paz (2016), in this case, acknowledges that these two elements, that is, politics and religion cannot have much impact unless the power of the media comes into play.
Research Design
Paz utilized a distinctive strategy to collect and analyze information to support the main idea. The author mentions the language used by various media equipment such as television, radio as well as the print media – newspapers and magazines – to analyze what is put in the headlines in reflection to the image they portray in connection to everyday societal issues.
Data
Evidently, mentioned data sources include all instruments of visual, audio and print media; that is, the television and radio as well as magazines/newspaper publication respectively. The author is critical in comparing information on these data instruments.
Conclusion
The article concludes while acknowledging that media is a secret weapon for the elite in the post-modernity society. Then, additional information about the author’s work is provided specifically to give credit to his achievements.
References
Paz, Octavio. 2016. "The Media Spectacle Comes To Mexico. (The Chiapas Revolt) | Highbeam Business: Arrive Prepared". Business.highbeam.com. https://business.highbeam.com/5175/article-1G1-15445307/media-spectacle-comes-mexico (28 June 2016).
