Media and Terrorism
Compare how the media was utilized by terrorist organizations in the past (1960s to 1990s) to advance their objectives to that being employed today. Specifically address both the pre-9/11 style terrorist means of communication and influence and contrast them with the current day. Make sure to specifically address current terrorist use of the internet and social media.
Media and Terrorism
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Terrorist organizations have evolved in how they utilize media outlets for their illegal activities from the 1960s to the 1990s, and these transformations continue even in the present day. More traditional communication methods marked the pre-9/11 era. Terrorist groups heavily relied on print and broadcast media like newspapers and pamphlets to disseminate their messages, threats, and manifestos. More established terrorist groups would seek coverage from mainstream media, such as television, to spread their propaganda and instill fear. However, this communication was secretive and controlled, with the terrorist groups forced to hold a tight grip on the information to avoid
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