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	Overall, the Lap Dog Theory serves as a reminder of the importance of a free and independent media in a democratic society. By holding government accountable and asking difficult questions, the media can help to ensure that the public is informed and engaged in the political process.		Overall, the Lap Dog Theory serves as a reminder of the importance of a free and independent media in a democratic society. By holding government accountable and asking difficult questions, the media can help to ensure that the public is informed and engaged in the political process.
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		+	== See Also ==
		+	*[[IT Strategy (Information Technology Strategy)]]
		+	*[[IT Governance]]
		+	*[[Enterprise Architecture]]
		+	*[[Chief Information Officer (CIO)]]
		+	*[[IT Sourcing (Information Technology Sourcing)]]
		+	*[[IT Operations (Information Technology Operations)]]
		+	*[[E-Strategy]]
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−	~~'''Content Coming Soon'''~~	+	The Lap Dog Theory is a term used to describe the relationship between the media and the government. According to this theory, the media serves as a lap dog to the government, obediently reporting on government actions without questioning their validity or challenging their authority.
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		+	The key components of the Lap Dog Theory include the media and the government. The theory suggests that the media is subservient to the government and acts as a mouthpiece for government policies and actions. The government, in turn, is able to control the narrative and shape public opinion by using the media to disseminate information.
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		+	The importance of the Lap Dog Theory lies in its ability to highlight the potential dangers of a media that is uncritical and compliant with government actions. When the media fails to question or challenge the government, it can lead to a lack of accountability and transparency, and can ultimately undermine democracy.
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		+	The history of the Lap Dog Theory can be traced back to the early 20th century, when the concept of "yellow journalism" was first introduced. Since then, the theory has been applied to a range of contexts, including the relationship between the media and the government in authoritarian regimes.
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		+	Examples of situations where the Lap Dog Theory could be applied include instances where the media fails to question government policies or actions, or where the media is perceived to be biased towards a particular political party or ideology. In these cases, the media may be seen as complicit in the actions of the government, and may be criticized for failing to act as a watchdog for the public.
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		+	Overall, the Lap Dog Theory serves as a reminder of the importance of a free and independent media in a democratic society. By holding government accountable and asking difficult questions, the media can help to ensure that the public is informed and engaged in the political process.