Normative theories of the media : journalism in democratic societies /
Christians, Clifford G.
Urbana, Ill. : University of Illinois Press,
c2009.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction. Beyond Four theories of the press -- Theory. Evolution of normative traditions -- Characteristics of normative theory -- Democracy. The principles and practice of democracy -- Roles of news media in democracy -- Roles. The monitorial role -- The facilitative role -- The radical role -- The collaborative role -- Prospects -- Media roles under challenge.
Journalism
Journalism
Democracy.
Press and politics.
Freedom of the press.