Over the course of the semester, we will examine the effect television news has on public attitudes around the world, while critiquing and adding our opinions. The media, in particular broadcast news, holds the ability to influence society’s attitudes and views by shining light on important events happening around the world. The media’s role in society is to be a “watchdog”, keeping tabs on government activity as well as elected officials. With that being said, we will look at important current events, the ways in which television news covers and portrays these events, and the public’s response to the event. Stay tuned…
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