Croatian media faces challenges from nationalism and decline; free press and culture are under threat, requiring civic action.
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Croatia is experiencing a rise in nationalistic sentiment accompanied by attacks on culture. The article discusses the shrinking space for professional journalism due to the closure of media outlets and the difficulty of maintaining quality journalism in the age of social media and economic precarity. The author notes that the media is shifting towards formats like podcasts, which are proving effective for reaching audiences. Concerns are raised over the lack of institutional response to cultural attacks, such as the cancellation of festivals. The text also addresses the complex issue of revisionism regarding the Ustaše regime and the general problem of political actors exploiting historical narratives. Overall, the political and social climate is described as a mix of apathy and torpor, with the future depending on whether a crisis will prompt citizens to become more aware of threatened democratic values.
