Media Institution: Crash Course Government and Politics

The video explores the role of media in politics, highlighting its function in providing information, the types of media, and their evolution. It discusses media bias, trust issues, and the influence of journalists, politicians, and consumers on news coverage. The media's role as a political institution is examined, emphasizing its impact on public opinion and political actions.

What is the main function of the media in politics according to the text?

How has the role of print media changed over the years?

What are some advantages and disadvantages of broadcast media?

In what ways has the internet changed the landscape of political information?

What factors influence news coverage according to the text?

How do journalists' biases affect the news they report?

What role do consumers of news play in shaping the media?