Archive for the ‘Media & Journalism’ Category


When did the news media become “Entertainment Tonight”?

WhiteWolf359 asked: I was disgusted at the way all of the major news studios handled the Virginia Tech shootings. You’d think they were HAPPY about it, the way it was splashed all over the channels, like it was the biggest news story that ever happened. Meanwhile, 171 people were killed in Iraq. Why didn’t THAT [...]

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celebrity gossip: has the media gone to far?

jenn O_O paranoia asked: First of all. Hi, my name is Jenn and i need opinions for a Freshman school project. The media is literally stalking celebrities these days. And keeps on interrupting major news. For exapmle, instead of talking about the toy recalls with the Mattel company, people would rather talk about how Britney [...]

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celebrity gossip: has the media gone to far?

jenn O_O paranoia asked: First of all. Hi, my name is Jenn and i need opinions for a Freshman school project. The media is literally stalking celebrities these days. And keeps on interrupting major news. For exapmle, instead of talking about the toy recalls with the Mattel company, people would rather talk about how Britney [...]

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Do news reporters get into peoples personal lives too much?

Felicia asked: I don’t really know… but I need 3 examples of how they do for my homework. And, all i can think of is Brittney Spears. Can you help me. it doesn’t necessarily need to be celebrities. Thank you!Ethen Share and Enjoy:

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PLEASE HELP: How do I contact news mediums about concerns?

1-2informationalways asked: I am aware of things going on in my city, and need to let someone know. Have given up on local media because, first there’s no real way to contact them except through their action line_which may or may not publish my concern. Second I don’t care for it to be published; I [...]

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