concept   media censorship
10 commonsense assertions
Cultures (10) • United States (1) • Democratic countries (1) • Brazil (1) • Netherlands (1) • autocratic regimes (1) • countries with ongoing conflicts (1) • Centralized governments (1) • Countries with political instability or conflict (1) • Cuba (1) • Freedom of the press (1)
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 media censorship United States In the United States, media censorship is seen as a threat to democracy and a violation of freedom of speech and expression. 12
2 media censorship Democratic countries Media censorship is not common in democratic countries due to the protection of freedom of the press and information. 7
3 media censorship Brazil Press freedom is important in Brazil, but reporting on politically sensitive or violent areas is limited by media censorship. 6
4 media censorship Netherlands In the Netherlands, there is a strong emphasis on freedom of expression and minimal censorship in the media, with a focus on inclusive and diverse viewpoints. 5
5 media censorship autocratic regimes Autocratic regimes use government-controlled media to limit information and promote survival through self-censorship. 3
6 media censorship countries with ongoing conflicts Media censorship is common in conflict-ridden countries. 2
7 media censorship Centralized governments Centralized governments use media censorship to control information and maintain political stability. 1
8 media censorship Countries with political instability or conflict Media censorship is used in politically unstable or conflicted countries to control information and opposition. 1
9 media censorship Cuba In Cuba, media censorship is used by the government to control public opinion and limit exposure to outside influences. 1
10 media censorship Freedom of the press Media censorship is viewed as a threat to freedom of speech and democracy in the culture that values the press. 1