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Media's Political Portraits
This chapter explores the contrasting portrayals of political leaders in media, focusing on the positive representation of a fictional British prime minister against the backdrop of often villainous depictions of real-life figures. It examines the cultural cynicism towards UK leaders and draws comparisons with the more favorable representations of American presidents in film and television, highlighting ongoing societal anxieties about political authority.
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