Phenomena of Post-Truth and False Consciousness in the Context of Journalist Activities
Abstract
Research methodology. The basis of the research is informational, axiological, culturological, systemic approaches; the following methods are used: analysis, synthesis, generalization – to determine the essence of post-truth and false consciousness in the modern communication space.
Results. The post-truth phenomenon and its significance in the practice of journalistic activity are characterized.
Novelty. The essence of the post-truth phenomenon as an element and method of information war is revealed. It is maintained that post-truth is a message, the aim of which is to form the public mood needed for the journalist, and the truthfulness of this message has not importance. Post-truth hides the mechanism and causes of the event, as well as the reasons for the broadcasting of this message. Post-truth forms a false consciousness that induces the community to inadequate social action. Modern journalism is involved in the information war, generating areas of post-truth in the information field of society.
Practical significance. The research results can be used to develop measures to counter the spread of post-truth and to identify false consciousness.
Key words: post-truth, false consciousness, journalism, information war, politics of post-truth.References
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