Feeding Frenzy: Attack Journalism and American Politics (New Lanahan Editions in Political Science) [Paperback]

Larry J. Sabato (Author)

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Publication Date: March 12, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0965268780 | ISBN-13: 978-0965268783

Feeding Frenzy: Attack Journalism and American Politics (New Lanahan Editions in Political Science)

Product Details

• Paperback: 202 pages
• Publisher: Lanahan Pub Inc (March 12, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965268780
• ISBN-13: 978-0965268783
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #321,868 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent read about American politics & journalism! December 1, 2000

By A Customer

Format:Paperback

I read this book as a sophomore in college in a required social science course. Well, by the time I finished I had decided to major in American government. This is an extremely well done book! Sabato uses outstanding references that are very credible (think national newscasters) and, at times, funny. He allows you to see how the media can truly affect a political career (for better or for worse). This might also be a good read for folks who're thinking about going into journalism/broadcasting--it'll really make you think about the power you have as a news professional. I can't say enough about _Feeding Frenzy_. After completing four years of school, it's one of the few texts that really made an impact on me.

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5.0 out of 5 stars No Independent Tought In The Media June 4, 2010

By Dr. Cardinal VINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

Today is taking for granted that the mainstream media does not display any tendencies toward real reporting. Well, back in the late 90s others were not so sure. When Sabato put this book forward with the revelation that the mainstream media many thought that he was being overly pessimistic. However, history has proven him correct. This book details what has made the media so weak today. Namely, it is the fact that the media seems to follow one another in reporting stories that entertain, rather than inform, that have caused the media to wallow in mediocrity. Simply stated they refuse to cover real news because others will cover more entertaining news stories. Anyway, it is a good read and entertaining at the same time.

5.0 out of 5 stars insightful analysis December 11, 2012

By Christopher M. Barbuto

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Professor Sabato's "Feeding Frenzy" is a thoughtful look at the role of the press in campaigns. From "lapdog journalism" (Kennedy and earlier years) to "watchdog journalism" (Nixon) to "attack dog journalism" (more recent events), he examines the manner in which the media have covered candidates over the years, where they have been constructive, and where they have not. The book is very readable and entertaining, it has interesting anecdotes, and it provides specific recommendations for the role of the media in covering the private lives of politicians. I'd recommend it to anyone who covers politics for the media or who is interested in current events.