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Robert Anton Wilson

A monopoly on the means of communication may define a ruling elite more precisely than the celebrated Marxian formula of monopoly in the means of production.

Robert Anton Wilson

Communication

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Controlling how information is shared can be a clearer way to identify those in power than just owning factories or resources. This suggests that influence over communication channels is a key factor in maintaining authority.

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