Controlling the press has been a tactic used by governments and powerful individuals throughout history. There have been many synonyms used to describe this strategy, including censorship, suppression, manipulation, gagging, muzzling, and silencing. These terms all refer to the practice of limiting or controlling the flow of information to the public through various means, such as censorship of news outlets, suppression of opposing viewpoints, manipulation of media coverage, and other forms of coercion. Regardless of the term used, controlling the press is a dangerous practice that undermines freedom of speech and can lead to corruption and abuse of power.