Encyclopedia of Media and PoliticsTodd Schaefer, Thomas Birkland The relationship between media and politics receives constant attention and creates heated debate. The Encyclopedia of Media and Politics offers an authoritative, unbiased exploration of the intersection between media and politics, from larger themes such as the role of media in civil, democratic society, to more specific topics such as media ownership and regulation. The topics covered include:
With articles contributed by scholars and practitioners, this volume provides both academic analysis and practical insights on the history, impact, and roles of the media in politics. Additional key information is provided through photographs, tables, figures, appendices, and an index. School, academic, and public libraries as well as libraries that serve media and professionals in related areas will want to acquire this important new resource for their patrons. |
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... Latinos from news and entertain- ment coverage or negatively stereotype them , Spanish - lan- guage media have provided a popular alternative for Latino media consumers . The 2000 census estimated the Latino population of the United ...
... Latinos , it neglects the presence of Latinos in law enforcement . A study by Travis Dixon and Daniel Linz on Los Angeles tele- vision crime coverage found that only 10 percent of police officers shown were Latino , while Latinos ...
... Latinos were more likely to play major roles than were darker - skinned Latino actors , be younger , and be portrayed as upper class . In addition to airing telenovelas , Univision and Tele- mundo also offer reality television programs ...
Contents
Agenda setting | 9 |
Brokaw | 28 |
Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 | 41 |
Copyright | |
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