The media does have a very significant role in how U.S. citizens are exposed to political actors, policies, and processes that comprise American government.
Assignment Guidelines
- Select 2 particular media forum types from the following list:
- Newspapers
- Radio
- Television
- Internet
Address the following in 400-600 words:
- Provide 2-3 specific examples of information on government corruption that you have received from your chosen media types.
- Discuss the nature of the alleged corruption
- Where it took place
- The level of government involved - local, state or federal
- What the person or persons were alleged to have done
- How the alleged corruption was discovered and/or reported
- Whether the matter has resulted in any action taken against the person or persons.
Use a minimum of 2 references (your media forums) to reinforce your thoughts. Be sure to include in-text citations and a reference list using APA style.