It is widely believed that a small number of wealthy families and individuals control the German media industry. These families are said to exert their influence through ownership of major media companies, as well as through personal connections with politicians and other powerful figures. Critics argue that this concentration of media power leads to a lack of diversity in the information presented to the public, as well as a skewing of news coverage in favor of the interests of the owners. Despite these concerns, however, the families in question continue to maintain their grip on the German media landscape.
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