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After two decades of rule by Benito Mussolini and his Fascist regime, Italians found themselves wary of power being concentrated in the hands of one man. As a consequence, laws established in the aftermath of World War II encourage consensus and coalitions; many players and factors can bring down a government. In fact, the average life span of post-war governments is slightly than less one year. Recent changes in election laws have diminished the influence of smaller parties, but the system remains one that strives to value teamwork over the cult of personality.
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Info-graphic - Learn about the Berlusconi family's vast impact on the Italian media.
Interactive Challenge - Test your knowledge of journalistic freedom and access.
Photo Essay - Witness Slobodan Milosevic's fight to control his country's media.
War Coverage - Experts discuss covering the news.
Photo Essay - Track one telecom company's global odyssey.
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