Ezzatollah Zarghami, former head of IRIB, recently discussed the sensitivities of media and the necessity of informing the public about historical events. In response to the question of why one should seek the leader's approval for broadcasting an election film, he emphasized the importance of media reasoning and educating society.
The Necessity of Informing the Public
Zarghami pointed to the events of 2009, stating that during that time, some individuals engaged in behaviors that he believed disrespected Imam Hussein (PBUH). He said: "In fact, I have media reasoning. That year, I broadcast images of these events multiple times so that people would understand where the actions of certain individuals lead." With these statements, he highlighted the necessity of informing the public and showing the various dimensions of an event.
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Analysis of Social Behaviors
Zarghami emphasized that media should play their role in analyzing and explaining social behaviors, noting that broadcasting images and documents can lead to a better understanding of realities by the public. He added: "If people are not familiar with the realities, they cannot make correct decisions. Media must act as a bridge between realities and the public."
His remarks serve as a reminder that media should not only act as a news source but also pay attention to their social responsibility in educating society. Zarghami further pointed out that looking at history and past events can provide important lessons for the future.
The Impact of Media on Social Changes
The former head of IRIB believes that media can act as an effective tool for social changes. He is convinced that with the correct and timely broadcasting of information, one can help change social and cultural behaviors. He emphasized the importance of timing and the appropriate selection of topics for news coverage.
Zarghami concluded by saying: "We must always keep in mind that media can act as a driving force for positive changes in society. It is our responsibility to make the best use of media capabilities."
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