For
They shape opinions and can even decide elections.
Against
Media also hold leaders accountable and inform the public.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“Your question basically says “Can people with power and influence, influence political views and sentiments?” The answer is yes”
“with 67pc believing this misinformation directly impacts UK politics.”
“The best we can do is ensure a free and independent press”
“I think there's a lot of good independent journalists, and a lot of investigative pieces that make it out through mainstream papers too.”