News The Politics of Illusion |
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Author:
| Bennett, W. Lance |
ISBN: | 978-0-321-22466-8 |
Publication Date: | Jul 2004 |
Publisher: | Pearson Education Canada
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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The media are everywhere. This renowned book by media expert Lance Bennett explores how well the news media serves the needs of democracy and looks at how various political actors from presidents and members of Congress, to interest groups and citizen-activists try to get their messages into the news. Completely updated with the latest trends, issues and information, this book is a must read for anyone wishing to better understand a ubiquitous institution in modern American society.
The media are everywhere. This renowned book by media expert Lance Bennett explores how well the news media serves the needs of democracy and looks at how various political actors from presidents and members of Congress, to interest groups and citizen-activists try to get their messages into the news. Completely updated with the latest trends, issues and information, this book is a must read for anyone wishing to better understand a ubiquitous institution in modern American society.