Anti-Press Violence in Subnational Undemocratic Regimes: Veracruz, Gujarat, and Beyond

The global trend of increasing violence against the press has led to research into where, why, and how communicators are repressed. Hybrid regimes are particularly dangerous and lethal for communicators, with decentralized countries being the most perilous context. The author argues that communicators in subnational undemocratic regimes who can spread compromising information beyond subnational boundaries can cause uncertainties for these regimes, and the book explores how these elites repress them in response.

Format: Hardback
Length: 217 pages
Publication date: 16 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The alarming rise in violence against the press has ignited a surge of research into the pressing questions of where, why, and how communicators face repression. Scholarly endeavors have revealed that hybrid regimes, characterized by a blend of undemocratic and democratic elements, pose a particularly perilous and lethal environment for these actors. In particular, decentralized countries, where certain subnational political elites retain authoritarian features, have been identified as the most hazardous context for communicators. Despite the growing interest in illiberal practices and repression at the subnational level, there remains a significant gap in understanding how and why subnational political elites suppress communicators within their complex multi-level settings.

In this book, the author makes a compelling argument that communicators operating within subnational undemocratic regimes who have the ability to disseminate compromising information beyond subnational boundaries can create uncertainties for these regimes. The author delves into the strategies employed by the political elites of these regimes to repress these communicators, shedding light on the complex dynamics and mechanisms at play.

Through in-depth analysis and compelling case studies, the book offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by communicators in environments of repression. It underscores the importance of safeguarding press freedom and promoting democratic values to ensure that the voices of marginalized communities and journalists are heard and protected. This book is a crucial contribution to the field of media studies and governance, providing valuable insights for policymakers, activists, and scholars alike.

Weight: 432g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031230370
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023