Twilight of Press Freedom

The Rise of People's Journalism

John C. Merrill, Peter J. Gade, Frederick R. Blevens

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Routledge
01 April 2001

Communication studies; Freedom of information & freedom of speech; Press & journalism

Series: Routledge Communication Series

This volume offers a historical, philosophical, and practical critique of public and civic journalism--a movement that gained momentum in the final decade of the 20th century. During that period, proponents of the movement have published nearly a dozen books expanding upon and expounding the virtues of journalism, seeking to repair what is thought to be the torn social, political, and moral fabric in America. Although previous works have established a strong practical underpinning for public and civic journalism, none has examined its philosophical roots or challenged its methodology and grounding in neoliberal constructs. This volume does just that, tracing its origins in early philosophy to the current newsroom policies and practices that conflict with traditional constructs in libertarian press theory.

Twilight of Press Freedom postulates that institutionalized journalism is fading away and world journalism--prompted by the people--is veering toward more order and social harmony, and away from the traditional idea of the great value of press freedom. The volume provides a critical examination of the trend toward public journalism and considers how press freedom will be impacted by this trend in coming years. Scholars and students in journalism, public opinion, and media studies will find this book insightful and invaluable.

By: John C. Merrill, Peter J. Gade, Frederick R. Blevens
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 520g
ISBN: 9780805836639
ISBN 10: 0805836632
Series: Routledge Communication Series
Pages: 244
Publication Date: 01 April 2001
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

John C. Merrill, Peter J. Gade, Frederick R. Blevens

Reviews for Twilight of Press Freedom: The Rise of People's Journalism

For those still struggling with what public journalism is all about, this book offers the context and plenty of fodder for debate about the course of journalism in America....Twilight of the Press should be on a short list of titles necessary for those wanting to understand the idea of journalism. -Journalism History