The document discusses the past, present and future of print media such as newspapers and magazines. It describes the differences between broadsheet and tabloid newspapers, and how newspapers have struggled with declining circulation and revenue as well as increased competition from the internet. It also discusses the history and types of magazines, and how magazines have evolved to focus on niche audiences instead of general readership. The principles of journalism are outlined, and it questions whether for-profit media can truly adhere to those principles of serving the public and acting as a watchdog.
23. Does running an ad for Comcast on the front page of a Philly newspaper seem like an endorsement ?
24. Does this make the newspaper seem like it is promoting these shows?
25. What’s wrong with the newspaper telling you which shows are good or bad? Or who to vote for?
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30. If you assume there is an agenda behind everything, can you trust the media?
31. That is the problem with where we are today. Only 36% of people believe the media gets the facts straight.
32. And now there is a growing popularity in the media analyzing information.
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35. A news “ analysis ” goes deeper into the news story, often processing the information so that the audience doesn’t have to.
36. A news “ analysis ” goes deeper into the news story, often processing the information so that the audience doesn’t have to. Essentially, they are interpreting the story.
60. The second read . Your hometown paper gives you local news. USA Today gives you the nation (and the world).
61. That idea is becoming closer and closer to being a reality.
62. What are the principles of journalism? And does USA Today adhere to them?
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65. Can citizens have a voice when newspapers are for-profit businesses run by suits who live on the other side of the country?
66. So why bother with journalism? Did I mention it doesn’t pay well, either?
67. Dear Mr. Miller, I recently read your article in the Philadelphia Weekly about your vehement hatred of the Philadelphia Eagles. … It's assholes like you that give credence to the old saying my father taught me, "You can't shine shit."
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76. We bring the world to people. If it weren’t for us, they probably wouldn’t know what else was out there.
95. Do magazines adhere to the principles of journalism? Truth? Loyalty to citizens? Verification? Independent? Monitors power? Forum for opinions? Relevant? Comprehensive? Sensitive? Can citizens participate?
96. How else do magazines differ from newspapers? Or from online, for that matter?
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98. Magazines are one of the hardest industries to break into. Most of the actual writing is done by freelancers .
99. Alt weeklies are great steppingstones to mag work.