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Do the quality and integrity of journalism suffer when nine corporations control most of the nation's media outlets? Foerstel (Banned in the Media) explores this overarching issue in the first chapter of this thoroughly researched survey. The next seven chapters cover internal and external trends that have eroded the public's faith in the media, from the growing influence of public relations firms to the rise of tabloid journalism. Foerstel then addresses two of the newest media outlets, the Internet and low-power community radio. His chronology of attempts to regulate Internet content is instructive, although it ends before the introduction and passage of the latest filtering mandate. During the discussion of microradio, as in some of the earlier chapters, Foerstel reveals a decidedly anti-corporate bias, but he cites plenty of documentation to support his stance. An excellent starting point for student research, this book will also be an eye-opener for anyone who may not realize the extent of corporate and governmental influence on the media. For all academic and public libraries. Susan M. Colowick, North Olympic Lib. Syst., Port Angeles, WA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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For general readers and lower-division undergraduates approaching media studies for the first time.Choice
An excellent starting point for student research, this book will also be an eye-opener for anyone who may not realize the extent of corporate and governmental influence on the media. For all academic and public libraries.Library Journal
The writing of From Watergate to Monicagate is fluid and easy to read; the references are plentiful and appropriate; and the ideas are important enough that all journalists and would be journalists should read this volume...and then think about what they have read.Media Ethics
An excellent book for journalism and government students and staff--and for anyone seriously interested in understanding the problems facing the Fourth Estate. Highly Recommended.The Book Report
...journalism students will find this material edifying and sobering and would do well to have it as assigned reading. Other teens interested in how propaganda, corporate structuring, and personality each direct and taint the free press will find the book a treasure trove of help when preparing research papers. Both high school and public libraries should have it available as curriculum support and for readers interested in thinking about modern journalism.VOYA
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Do the quality and integrity of journalism suffer when nine corporations control most of the nation's media outlets? Foerstel (Banned in the Media) explores this overarching issue in the first chapter of this thoroughly researched survey. The next seven chapters cover internal and external trends that have eroded the public's faith in the media, from the growing influence of public relations firms to the rise of tabloid journalism. Foerstel then addresses two of the newest media outlets, the Internet and low-power community radio. His chronology of attempts to regulate Internet content is instructive, although it ends before the introduction and passage of the latest filtering mandate. During the discussion of microradio, as in some of the earlier chapters, Foerstel reveals a decidedly anti-corporate bias, but he cites plenty of documentation to support his stance. An excellent starting point for student research, this book will also be an eye-opener for anyone who may not realize the extent of corporate and governmental influence on the media. For all academic and public libraries. Susan M. Colowick, North Olympic Lib. Syst., Port Angeles, WA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Review
For general readers and lower-division undergraduates approaching media studies for the first time.
An excellent starting point for student research, this book will also be an eye-opener for anyone who may not realize the extent of corporate and governmental influence on the media. For all academic and public libraries.
The writing of From Watergate to Monicagate is fluid and easy to read; the references are plentiful and appropriate; and the ideas are important enough that all journalists and would be journalists should read this volume...and then think about what they have read.
An excellent book for journalism and government students and staff--and for anyone seriously interested in understanding the problems facing the Fourth Estate. Highly Recommended.
...journalism students will find this material edifying and sobering and would do well to have it as assigned reading. Other teens interested in how propaganda, corporate structuring, and personality each direct and taint the free press will find the book a treasure trove of help when preparing research papers. Both high school and public libraries should have it available as curriculum support and for readers interested in thinking about modern journalism.
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