The application of media monitoring in political extremism research

Abstract

The article presents the possibilities provided by applying media studies (media monitoring) in political studies. The author showcases theoretical connections between the impact of mass media and the phenomenon of political extremism. It also presents a case study – a research project carried out in Liechtenstein regarding the monitoring of political extremism. The article contains recommendations for the possible implementation of the project in other countries. The research methods appliedwere limited to the analysis of literature in the field of political extremism and the methods of media studies. The desk research method was also used for the case study.