The Role of the Media in the Cuban Revolution: Resource-Mobilization Theory and Cultural Framing
The Role of the Media in the Cuban Revolution: Resource-Mobilization Theory and Cultural Framing Abstract On January 1st, 1959, a small band of Cuban rebels shocked the world, overthrowing the American-backed dictator Fulgencio Batista. These rebels were especially known for their guerrilla tactics and their leaders, such as Fidel Castro and Ernesto “Che” Guevara. Yet, aside from these military tactics and leaders, the Cuba rebels also tactfully utilized the media. Notably, Castro’s forces benefitted greatly from an article published in the New York Times. As such, this paper applies th...
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