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Mike Pesca on How the Media Got Polarized
The Good Fight
Media Outlets, Political Communication, and Threats to Democracy
The chapter discusses how media outlets like Fox News and MSNBC serve to address different political anxieties, the ambiguous communication of Donald Trump, the role of media in shaping public perception, and the threats posed by right-wing populism. It explores tensions between defending democratic institutions and combating dangerous political forces, cautioning against overstated claims of civil war. The discussion also covers topics such as cultural overreach on the left, the involvement of experts in political advocacy, and the role of academics and journalists in maintaining objectivity amidst activism.
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