Normative theories of the media : journalism in democratic societies / Clifford G. Christians ... [et al.].
Material type: TextSeries: History of communicationPublication details: Urbana : University of Illinois Press, 2009.Description: xi, 275 p : ill ; 24 cmISBN:- 9780252076183 (pbk. : alk. paper)
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- PN4751 .N67
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction. Beyond Four theories of the press -- Theory. Evolution of normative traditions -- Characteristics of normative theory -- Democracy. The principles and practice of democracy -- Roles of news media in democracy -- Roles. The monitorial role -- The facilitative role -- The radical role -- The collaborative role -- Prospects -- Media roles under challenge.
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