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News form and the media environment: a network of represented relationships

Article Abstract:

US newspapers achieved their current appearance late in the 20th century, when high levels of competition produced cues of expert explanation linked to illustration designed to catch the attention of a citizenry with little inclination to read. Media historians should note the form of news is equally important as content, and change in form signals significant changes in how media shape civic life.

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Politics in the fine meshes: young citizens, power and media

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Young constituents are developing themselves as political outposts by turning to the media for information. They become politically aware with distinct opinions but are interdependent, forming personal networks. Because of the prevalence of the media, young people's perception of power stems not from democratic theory but from their participation in this outpost process.

Analysis, Political activity, Political aspects, Youth, Mass media, Power (Social sciences), Political power

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The Scottishness of the Scottish press: 1918-39

Article Abstract:

The local nature of Scottish newspapers from 1918-1939 is examined. While coverage of newspapers did not cover much outside of Scotland, they did cover national as well as local politics.

Public affairs, Scotland, Social aspects, Influence, Media coverage, Scottish culture

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