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This piece explores the early forms of the public sphere, highlighting how social intercourse transcended status distinctions. It discusses the emergence of public interest topics that were previously unquestioned and how cultural commodification contributed to a more inclusive public discourse. Despite potential exclusivity in discussions, the public sphere remains fundamentally open and accessible, indicating a complex relationship between inclusivity and societal norms.
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The Public Sphere Commonalities among early forms of “public sphere” Preserved a kind of social intercourse that disregards status altogether (not a false equality) Discussion presupposed issues of public “interest” that until then had not been questioned Same process that commodified culture established the public as inclusive. However exclusive the public discussion may be, it could never be totally closed