The paper studies the efficiency of using different reference groups for forming the image of the Russian industry as a figurative-meaning construct in the media discourse. Some negative trends are found. Recommendations on creating an information model adequate to the realities are given. The model should form a positive image of the national industry in the media discourse.

industry, mass-media, image, reference group, discourse, state information policy

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