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Good Media, Bad Media

- The Benefits and Consequences of a Negative, Emotional, and Biased News Media

Good Media, Bad MediaBy Michael W. Wagner
About Good Media, Bad Media

Counter to popular belief, negative, emotional, and even biased political news coverage has some benefits for the American people¿influencing their ability to perceive a clear choice between the two major parties, increasing their willingness to participate in politics, focusing their attention on important issues, improving their political knowledge, and building their own feelings of political efficacy. On the other hand, the news media negatively contribute to trust in government and political compromise, both vital elements in a flourishing democracy. Shedding much needed light on a complicated issue, this text will be an essential tool for helping students of the media develop a critical eye toward widely held views.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781138926455
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 192
  • Published:
  • January 4, 2026
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x0 mm.
Delivery: 10-20 businessdays after publication
Expected delivery: January 28, 2026
  • The book is available for pre-order 3 months before the publication date

Description of Good Media, Bad Media

Counter to popular belief, negative, emotional, and even biased political news coverage has some benefits for the American people¿influencing their ability to perceive a clear choice between the two major parties, increasing their willingness to participate in politics, focusing their attention on important issues, improving their political knowledge, and building their own feelings of political efficacy. On the other hand, the news media negatively contribute to trust in government and political compromise, both vital elements in a flourishing democracy. Shedding much needed light on a complicated issue, this text will be an essential tool for helping students of the media develop a critical eye toward widely held views.

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