The Romanian Revolution of 1989. Disinformation and Manipulation
The Romanian Revolution of 1989. Disinformation and Manipulation
Author(s): Marcela SălăgeanSubject(s): Political history, Politics and communication, Post-War period (1950 - 1989), Politics of History/Memory
Published by: Centre of European Dialogue and Cultural Diplomacy
Keywords: Romanian Revolution; disinformation; manipulation; Romanian Television;
Summary/Abstract: This article aims to provide a different perspective of interpretation of the events of December 1989, which led to the overthrow of the communist regime in Romania. Known as the “Romanian Revolution”, these events continue to remain at the centre of political, sociological, journalistic, legal, and historical debates. Based on the analysis of the existing historiography at this moment, this article highlights the main elements of misinformation and manipulation through the narrative offered by the provisional leadership that tried to dimension these events.
Journal: Journal of Global Politics and Current Diplomacy
- Issue Year: 10/2022
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 65-71
- Page Count: 7
- Language: English