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The Press and Democratic Backsliding

How Journalism Has Failed the Public and How It Can Revive Democracy
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This edited volume explores the democratic dangers posed by a political press that emphasizes electoral competition, strategy, entertainment, and what Jay Rosen calls “savviness”—praising candidates for being politically smart rather than being honest—in its coverage of a political landscape dominated by a looming authoritarian threat. Contributors document how the American and global political press have failed to fulfill their role in elections and demonstrate how authoritarians have used and will continue to use their power in setting policy before going on to suggest and develop solutions to these problems. These proposed solutions include the adoption of democracy-focused framing, solutions journalism, and solidarity journalism, all of which emphasize the needs and issues of democratic communities over candidates’ political strategy. The book’s recommendations contribute to a reorientation of journalism toward democracy and truth rather than performative detachment and forced balance. Scholars of journalism, mass media, communication, and political science will find this collection to be of particular use.

Author Biography:

Thomas J. Johnson is Amon G. Carter Jr. Centennial Professor in the School of Journalism at the University of Texas at Austin and director of the digital media research program. Aaron S. Veenstra is associate professor and multimedia journalism area coordinator in the School of Communication and Multimedia Studies at Florida Atlantic University.
Release date NZ
April 15th, 2024
Audience
  • Professional & Vocational
Contributors
  • Contributions by Andrea Hudson
  • Contributions by Bethany Albertson
  • Contributions by Daniela Grassau
  • Contributions by Daryl A. Carter
  • Contributions by Jamie C Higdon
  • Contributions by Katherine Haenschen
  • Contributions by Patrick R Johnson
  • Contributions by Sharon E Jarvis
  • Edited by Aaron S Veenstra
  • Edited by Thomas J. Johnson
Pages
338
Dimensions
160x235x25
ISBN-13
9781666957495
Product ID
38566322

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