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Introduces readers to news media and why it matters.

Presents a social history of women journalists of the Gilded Age who went undercover to champion women's rights and expose corruption and abuse in America.

"This insightful book explores bias in reporting on politics, helping students think critically about where their news comes from"--Provided by publisher.

"The morning after her eighteenth birthday, Andrea McNulty wakes up in a motel room, covered in blood and unable to remember what happened the previous night, only to discover that her parents were brutally attacked and she is the main suspect"--OCLC.

The morning after her eighteenth birthday, Andrea McNulty wakes up in a motel room, covered in blood and unable to remember what happened the previous night, only to discover that her parents were brutally attacked and she is the main suspect.

Andrew Breitbart describes his life and his efforts to report key news stories on issues that affect Americans in the twenty-first century, discusses his alignment with the Tea Party, and details how the biggest problems lie in Hollywood and New York.

John K. Alexander develops the thesis that in 1787 American newspaper publishers supported the Federalist cause during the Constitutional Convention and worked actively to promote that cause in their newspapers.

"Find out how the media and government work together to share opinions and ideas and learn how the media affects you. You'll also discover some tips for telling the difference between facts, opinions, and fake news"--Provided by publisher.

"Give readers an engaging look at the media and government, perfect for study ahead of the next presidential election. Historical background and modern examples of how the media and government interact will help readers engage with this timely topic"--Provided by the publisher.

Examines the design, rhetorical devices, and power inherent in different forms of news, from newspapers to the Internet, the radio, and television, covering the facts about who owns news venues, various ethical issues, and the role of investigative journalism amid war and an increase in newspaper circulations outside of the West.