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Media's mixed impact on rural life and culture
Val Farmer argues media bring learning and opportunity to rural areas through electronics and interactive TV while also eroding local culture. He cites stereotypes, neglect, perceived materialism, and urban fear, noting ad shifts away from local markets and the risk of a global village replacing the rural community.
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Ford County
Ill
New York City
Miami
Val Farmer
West River Mental Health Center
Rapid City
S.D