Narrative

Mainstream media in a liberal democracy owned by elite who are the same people who benefit most from the system as it is.

Chomsky argues:

• Ownership of media is held by major corporations with interests and goals similar to power elite elements of society.
• People with different views aren't heard much.
• The breadth of debate is limited.
• Peoples interest and attention are often diverted from issues that they may be concerned about

He also says that 'we' need to

• Seek out information from alternative media (outside mainstream sources).
• The best way toward change is by becoming actively involved in community action.

Semantic web:

• "The virtual blending of the online and offline worlds".
• An example of this might be your computer remembering your tastes and browsing habits and using them later on when you are online.

Morozov:

• We should stop thinking about the internet and start thinking about politics, then looking at how the internet affect it.
• We are losing people who could contribute to politics to the internet.
• Most people are spending their time online in sex, shopping and entertainment.
• Doesn't bring about real change, it's mainly slacktivism.