Understanding Journalism and Power Dynamics

The video discusses the media's failure to recognize public dissatisfaction with the political establishment, leading to unexpected election outcomes. It contrasts the outsider status of journalists in the 1950s with today's journalists who are often part of the elite. The speaker criticizes modern journalism for aligning with power rather than challenging it and suggests decentralizing journalism to better understand diverse American perspectives.

What was the main reason for the surprise among journalists during the election of Donald Trump?

• They were not informed about the election.

• They were unaware of the public's dissatisfaction.

• They were focused on international news.

• They expected a different candidate to win.

How did mid-20th century journalists view their role in society?

• As outsiders and critics of power.

• As part of the elite class.

• As supporters of the government.

• As entertainers for the public.

What was the educational background of journalists in the 1950s?

• They had no formal education.

• They were often the first in their families to attend college.

• They were trained by the government.

• They mostly attended elite universities.

What was a common trait among journalists' families in the mid-20th century?

• They were wealthy and influential.

• They had experienced persecution in foreign countries.

• They were part of the ruling class.

• They were mostly uneducated.

What is a significant change in the background of modern journalists compared to the past?

• They have less education than before.

• They are more focused on local news.

• They attend the same elite schools as those in power.

• They come from more diverse backgrounds.

What does the narrator suggest about the journalists' ambition in the past?

• They aimed to join the government.

• They had no ambition at all.

• They did not aspire to be part of power.

• They wanted to be part of the power structure.

What is the narrator's main criticism of current journalists?

• They are too critical of the government.

• They lack proper education.

• They have become part of the power structure.

• They are too focused on international news.

How does the narrator describe the current state of Washington?

• As a center of innovation.

• As a decadent and evil empire.

• As a hub for international relations.

• As a peaceful and quiet city.

What does the narrator suggest as a solution to improve journalism?

• Increase the number of journalists in Washington.

• Focus more on international news.

• Decentralize and report from various states.

• Limit the education of journalists.

What does the narrator believe journalists should focus on instead of powerbrokers?

• The results of laws and decisions on everyday people.

• International politics.

• Celebrity news.

• Technological advancements.