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Discover the critical insights of 'Ghosting the News,' a pivotal book that illuminates the dire state of local journalism and its implications for democracy. Written by celebrated media critic Margaret Sullivan, this groundbreaking work explores how the decline of local news directly correlates with a weakened democracy and increased polarization in communities. Through thorough research and compelling narratives, the book sheds light on news-impoverished areas in both the U.S. and globally, effectively conveying the urgency of the crisis we face. Sullivan provides readers with a scenario where local news outlets, vital to civic engagement and informed decision-making, are facing extinction. She advocates for innovative solutions, showcasing models from non-profit digital sites to initiatives reminiscent of the Peace Corps, highlighting efforts aimed at rejuvenating local journalism. If you care about the future of democracy and the health of our communities, 'Ghosting the News' is a must-read. It’s not just a lament—it’s a call to action for citizens to engage with and support their local news. Empower yourself with the knowledge you need to understand this pressing issue. Uncover how the erosion of local media influences your everyday life, and join the movement to keep local journalism alive. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781733623780. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2020. Publisher: Columbia Global Reports.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781733623780
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Columbia Global Reports
Description:
Local journalism is on the verge of extinction and this is bad for democracy. This book explains why.
Ghosting the News tells the most troubling media story of our time: How democracy suffers when local news dies. Reporting on news-impoverished areas in the U.S. and around the world, America's premier media critic, Margaret Sullivan, charts the contours of the damage but also surveys some new efforts to keep local news alive -- from non-profit digital sites to an effort modelled on the Peace Corps. No nostalgic paean to the roar of rumbling presses, Ghosting the News instead sounds a loud alarm, alerting citizens to the growing crisis in local news that has already done serious damage. She explains how a lack of local news in communities results in more polarisation, less political engagement, and more poorly informed citizens who are less capable of making good decisions about governance. And she does it all through the lens of a journalist who spent most of her career in local news, including nearly thirteen years as the top editor of a regional newspaper, The Buffalo News. If local newspapers are on the brink of extinction, we ought to know the full extent of the losses now, before it's too late.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781733623780
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Columbia Global Reports
Description:
Local journalism is on the verge of extinction and this is bad for democracy. This book explains why.
Ghosting the News tells the most troubling media story of our time: How democracy suffers when local news dies. Reporting on news-impoverished areas in the U.S. and around the world, America's premier media critic, Margaret Sullivan, charts the contours of the damage but also surveys some new efforts to keep local news alive -- from non-profit digital sites to an effort modelled on the Peace Corps. No nostalgic paean to the roar of rumbling presses, Ghosting the News instead sounds a loud alarm, alerting citizens to the growing crisis in local news that has already done serious damage. She explains how a lack of local news in communities results in more polarisation, less political engagement, and more poorly informed citizens who are less capable of making good decisions about governance. And she does it all through the lens of a journalist who spent most of her career in local news, including nearly thirteen years as the top editor of a regional newspaper, The Buffalo News. If local newspapers are on the brink of extinction, we ought to know the full extent of the losses now, before it's too late.