Ch. 7 Vocab. Review
Specific locations from which news often originates, such as Congress or the White House and is covered by a top journalist who becomes a specialist in what goes on in those locations. Beats
Watching only news programs that reflect the viewer's politics is known as? Selective Exposure
Quotes of newsmakers taken out of context; a symptom of broadcast media’s tendency to cover most stories in a minute or two, which makes presentation of complex issues difficult Sound bite
News staged by a candidate, official, or interest group to get the attention of the media or influence coverage Ex: photo-ops, speeches, press conferences Media events
Media programing on cable tv or the internet which is focused on a particular interest or audience. This has caused younger people to use newspapers and TV less as a news source. Narrowcasting
Intentional news leaks for assessing the political reaction. Trial Balloon
Groups of newspapers published by media giants which make up 80% of the nation’s daily circulation of newspapers. Chains
Any of the means of communication, such as television or newspapers, that reach very large numbers of people. Mass Media
TV, radio, and the internet. Electronic Media
Investigative Journalism In-depth reporting to discover scandals, schemes, and scams, often putting reporters in adversarial relationships with public officials. This can also focus the public’s attention on specific issues. Investigative Journalism
Newspapers and magazines. Print Media
Meetings of public officials with reporters. Press Conferences
Form of politics in which the behavior of citizens and politicians are increasingly shaped by technology. High Tech Politics
Issues that attract serious attention of public officials and other people currently involved in politics. Policy Agenda
Shot of a politician from above their shoulders speaking directly to a camera. Because these views are visually unstimulating, they are not shown for very long. Talking Heads
People who invest their political capital in an issue People who invest their political capital in an issue. They could be in or out of government, elected or appointed positions, interest groups, or research organizations. Policy Entrepreneurs