Vietnam War / Mainstream Press Coverage Of The Tet Offensive
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A 7 page research paper which examines how the New York Times covered the Tet Offensive of the Vietnam War using only primary sources. The writer looks at the original articles published between Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, 1968, and concludes that, despite the tendency of the conservative right to blame the American withdrawal from Vietnam on the media, the coverage was accurate, factual, and unbiased. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Presstet.wps

Media and the News -- The Chicken and the Egg Question
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This 10 page report discusses the modern media and the extent to which it is responsible for making the news or breaking the news. Increasingly, the line between reporting the news and participating in the news has become blurred for the modern media. If the media does not show up to cover a “newsworthy” event, was it really “newsworthy?” In an age of instant communication, in which there is little time for reflection, accuracy, balance or integrity -- the media regularly creates the impression that sleaze, is everywhere and that nothing is sacred. So which comes first, media or the news, the chicken or the egg? Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWmednew.wps

'History Of Women In Journalism' by Beasely and Gibbons
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A 5 page paper discussing the book 'Taking Their Place' which details the history of women in journalism. Various notable female journalists are briefly discussed, as are the challenges they faced. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Journalw.doc

19th Century Media Reaction to Lincoln's Gettysburg Address
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13 pages discussing journalistic accounts of Lincoln's infamous Gettysburg address just after it was delivered. No Bibliography available.
Filename: Gettysbg.wps

A Biography of Alexey Brodovitch:
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This 5 page paper discusses the life of Alexey Brodovitch who was a famous graphic designer. This paper analyzes his contributions to the world of graphic design and notes his accomplishments. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: GSAlexey.rtf

A Career in Journalism
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5 pages in length. One of the key roles in society today is that of journalism. Reporters and correspondents gather information and prepare information for us that inform about local, State, National, and international events; present points of view on current issues; and report on the actions of public officials, corporate executives, special interest groups, and others who exercise power. This paper explains what is necessary to get started in the field of journalism as well as financial and personal rewards to be found in this exciting field. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: JGAjrnsm.wps

A Comparison of Broadsheet and Tabloid Reporting
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This 5 page paper considers the way in which the same news worthy event has been reported in a tabloid paper; The Sun, and the quality press; The telegraph. The cases considered is a murder case with the papers differing in both style and perspective. The subjective and the objective aspects of the reporting are noted as well as the way potential bias may influence the reader and the ease of reading. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEnewsar.wps

AGENDA SETTING AND THE MEDIA
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This 8 page paper details the evidence for media agenda setting in various countries around the world. Emphasis is placed on Europe and America policies, with examples given. Solutions presented. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: mbirish1.rtf

Amadou Diallo
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In early February of 1999, 22 year old Amadou Diallo, an immigrant from Guinea, was shot as he stood on the doorstep of his home by four policemen. This 5 page paper explores the incident through critical analysis of three articles. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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An Evaluation of Free and Responsible Press
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This 11 page paper contemplates the 1940s study that implored journalists to police itself. The work is looked at in the context of its day as well as its applicability in the twenty-first century. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA 126prs.rtf