Media transparency

I want to preface my discussion with firstly expressing gratitude for being one of several news outlets that strive to keep the audience informed during the presidential race. This year has been without a doubt an exciting one for both news consumers and journalists alike. Never before have we witnessed what is arguably one of the most influential positions in the world be challenged by two individuals that are not particularly liked by many people. New York Times has not only been one of my…

concept of communication has been an integral part of society in order to express and spread ideas. With the vast advancements in technology and social media tools, communication has evolved into a far more immediate, efficient method for greater involvement in activities locally and globally. Clay Shirky, in “The Political Power of Social Media: Technology, the Public Sphere, and Political Change,” outlines how to use these relatively new modes of interaction as a political force. He introduces…

Censorship in the media has been a controversial topic ever since the founding of the United States. From the Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 that restrict the rights of immigrants, under the John Adams presidency, to the Edward Snowden and NSA scandal in 2013 that concerned government surveillance of its citizens and government transparency. These controversies have caused a public backlash against media censorship of any kind but there are aspects of media censorship that protect society…

Is it ethical for media outlets to use footage taken by soldiers and militias on the battlefield? What journalism guidelines and principles would you use in making your decision? (E.g. codes of ethics; philosophical principles). I believe it is ethical for media outlets to use battlefield footage from both sides of the battle and many scholars would agree with me. In chapter 8 of the textbook, it says, “Scholars such as John C. Merrill (1974) assert that the First Amendment should be…

The media has a significant purpose in the shaping of the public opinion. In politics, for instance, it is a critical component since candidates seeking elective posts often know the influence that the media holds especially in campaign rallies. That is why statistics shows that candidates usually win the US presidential elections with a robust media mechanism in place because the media builds the reputation and the public image of the contestant. In the absence of the media, a majority of…

Open Data Collection The information being collected through social media platforms is not of concern to the users interviewed for this study. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, major or occupation almost all users were aware that their data was being used by social media outlets. In addition, by signing up for a social media platform the users were aware that their data is being collected, making it clear that their information will be protected and specific information will be public. C1…

By the year 2000, “40 million Americans – or 48% of internet users have purchased a product online” (Pew Research Center, 2014, para. 13). However, within a few short years’ technology advanced bringing with it social media (SM) platforms and the advent of Smartphones with Web surfing capabilities. Examples include the BlackBerry 5810, which hit the retail market in 2002, which was also the year the social networking site Friendster.com launched. The following year (2003)…

unique in that sports make up a disproportionate amount of news and media coverage with 44% of televisions stories being about sports or celebrities, compared to 10% worldwide (Comrie & McMillan, 2013). Males sports teams make up most of the high profile sports teams both worldwide and within New Zealand, and this reduces the proportion of women appearing in the media. Over thirty years of research on gender and sports in the media in New Zealand, men have constantly made up over 80% of sports…

Twitter has become the largest source of news breaking media and the firsthand information for the journalists, in the conventional media. The rise of the social media such as twitter has raised fears among the journalists. As a professional practice of journalists is brought to disappear; means in recent years of dire predictions about the decline of the profession. As such, the role of the journalist is essential. His profession is changing profoundly, which does not mean it will disappear. It…

the gear first-hand, retail locations organize excursion trips and product education opportunities. I believe the two most important aspects are that REI is a consumer cooperative and aspires to change culture. REI has a high level of corporate transparency…