More information with regards to News and its' persuasion
As stated by Bill Nichols;
- “The News makes vicarious participation in the news show a higher priority than decision making and responsible action." (50, Blurred Boundaries: Questions of Meaning in Contemporary Culture)
- "TV’s body, in the guise of a living room appliance, reporter surrogates, and the text as simulacrum, occupied the space that would otherwise be available to historical actors." (145, Blurred Boundaries: Questions of Meaning in Contemporary Culture)
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