The right to tell : the role of mass media in economic development (English)

A free press is not a luxury. It is at the core of equitable development. The media can expose corruption. They can keep a check on public policy by throwing a spotlight on government action. They let people voice diverse opinions on governance and reform, and help build public consensus to bring about change. Such media help markets work better. They can facilitate trade, transmitting ideas and innovation across boundaries. The media are also important...

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Djankov,Simeon;

Islam,Roumeen;

McLeish, Caralee;
Document Date
2002/11/30
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25070
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1
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1
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World,
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Other,
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2010/07/01
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The right to tell : the role of mass media in economic development
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Djankov,Simeon; Islam,Roumeen; McLeish, Caralee.

The right to tell : the role of mass media in economic development (English). WBI development studies Washington, D.C. : The World Bank. http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/957661468780322581

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