The role of the media in politics Flashcards
Give three examples of print media
- Broadsheet newspapers
- Tabloids
- Magazines
What is a broadsheet newspaper?
Usually seen as highbrow, they deal with weighty political debates and present information in a measured, if partisan, way
Give two examples of a broadsheet newspaper
- Daily Telegraph
- Guardian
What is a tabloid?
Populist newspapers that focus more on sensation and entertainment
Give two examples of a tabloid
- Mirror
- Daily Mail
What is a magazine?
Provide an important check on politicians by reviewing their actions and policies. Political and satirical magazines can inform high-level debates, produce detailed reports on political activity and scrutinise the work of politiciians
Give three examples of radio media
- News headlines
- Commercial radio
- BBC radio
What are news healines?
Every news station is obliged to give regular news broadcasts, normally on the hour, which include simple, impartial and informative headlines covering the main news items of the day
What is commercial radio?
A talk radio station can engage in political discussion and debate, like LBC in London
What is BBC radio?
Has many platforms for political discussion, with a number of flagship political programmes where hosts interview and challenge politicians and public perceptions, as well as phone-in showws that encourage political debate
Give four examples of TV media
- News broadcasts
- Party political broadcasts
- News channels
- Political programmes
What is a news broadcast?
Terresterial channels are obliged to air irregular and impartial news broadcasts, which occur at a set time and for a set duration
What are party political broadcasts?
5 minute broadcast slots allocated to parties at a set time. Strict regulations ensure all parties are given a fair and equal chance to influence public opinion
What are news channels?
Provide 24-hour news coverage, which can drive political events by raising public awareness
What is political programming?
Televised leaders’ debates, extended interviews with politicians and experts, discussion and debate over issues and public Q&A’s