Because media searches for conflict or the juiciest story politicians find themselves in war, a war to see who can influence the voters and viewers decisions. The group's research shows the influence of the media bias by discussing only the hottest topic on the news. For example, Clinton might have done many great things in changing the economy during his presidency, but all those are forgotten when put against the many scandals involved in his presidency. The media that creates an image of the president showing these scandals and these influence viewers opinions of elected officials. Therefore politicians are forced not to compromise in order to get media coverage.
Politicians learn that conflict instantly draws the media.
Increasing political conflict makes people skeptical of the government. Media and politicians depend too much on polls rather than what needs to be done in the government. The media and politics continue this cycle of events that is spinning out of control. Tannen emphasizes the war of words in America helps fuel this cycle. Completion of the group project requires each member to create a web page and the group to have a web page.