Description
Book SynopsisThis volume explores the growing hostility of the public toward the media, discussing the reasons behind the ever-widening communications gap and the disturbing consequences of the problem.
Trade ReviewA brilliant work that shows how this hatred [of the media] has affected everything from the way news is covered to the way judges and juries handle trials. This is a must-read. -- Larry King
In language that is lively rather than legalistic, Sanford offers a compelling, richly annotated argument.
Sanford has transformed the often plodding art of media criticism into something resembling fun. -- Mark Jurkowitz,
The Boston Globe
[An] important and thought-provoking work.
Though Sanford is highly regarded for his knowledge of First Amendment law, he expertly tackles a number of peripheral issues that would be of interest to students and scholars in journalism and mass communications. His impressive understanding and presentation of the public opinion polling data, media criticism, and ethics expands the relevance of this book to a variety of sub-disciplines within the field. * Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly *
Well-researched volume. * Fearless Reviews *
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Prologue: A Dangerous New Season Chapter 2 The Canyon of Distrust Part 3 Part One: Origins and Causes Chapter 4 From Benchley to Brill, Luce to Levin Chapter 5 Dan Quayle Meet Hillary Clinton Chapter 6 The Girl from Yesterday Chapter 7 The Public Service Quotient Part 8 Part Two: Unintended Consequences Chapter 9 The "Ride-Along" Chapter 10 A Fine Day for the Government Chapter 11 "Hello, Houston. We Have a Problem" Chapter 12 The Credibility Breakfast
