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"If it bleeds it leads"

News is treated as drama. An incident of violence or severe damage to property is considered more compelling than a discussion or statement, even if people are more likely to be affected themselves by the topic being considered.

If people yell at each other, that can make a topic otherwise without panache newsworthy. Another way to qualify for news attention is to personalize a general topic. The connection may or may not be tenuous, but you can hear or read statements like, Because XYZ bank lost money this month, you will lose your job and home and be thrown into the street. Sort of like country music sung by suits.

News is intended to keep you entertained.

Posted by: Anton Philidor   Posted on: 08/26/08  (Edited: 08/26/2008 @ 08:26) You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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