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Fiske examines the blurred boundaries between "real" and "media" events through pivotal moments such as the O.J. Simpson case, the L.A. uprisings, and the Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas hearings. He highlights how marginalized groups, including African Americans and women, have amplified their voices, shaping public response to these events. Analyzing key political speeches and media commentary, Fiske reveals the cultural shifts that marked the end of the Reagan era, providing critical insights and warnings for the future of American society.
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Media Matters, John Fiske, Black Hawk Hancock
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- Media Matters
- Subtitle
- Race & Gender in U.S. Politics
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Fiske, Black Hawk Hancock
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 332
- ISBN13
- 9781138888197
- Category
- History, Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Fiske examines the blurred boundaries between "real" and "media" events through pivotal moments such as the O.J. Simpson case, the L.A. uprisings, and the Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas hearings. He highlights how marginalized groups, including African Americans and women, have amplified their voices, shaping public response to these events. Analyzing key political speeches and media commentary, Fiske reveals the cultural shifts that marked the end of the Reagan era, providing critical insights and warnings for the future of American society.