Edward S. Herman was an American economist, media analyst, and social critic, best known for his work on media and propaganda. He co-authored the influential book, *Manufacturing Consent: The Political Economy of the Mass Media*, with Noam Chomsky. This work explores how media serves the interests of powerful elites and shapes public perception. Herman's academic career included teaching at the University of Pennsylvania and writing extensively on issues related to economics, media, and democracy. He was a prominent figure in critical media studies and contributed to discussions on the role of media in society, particularly regarding issues of bias and representation.