Starstruck: celebrity, politics and the news media

Article Abstract:

It has become increasingly common in the US for celebrities from areas such as sport or film to seek to enter politics. Celebrities benefit from the fact that they are almost always listened to, regardless of what they wish to talk about. The key driving forces behind celebrity candidacy are peace and economic prosperity, which are allowing people to take government and politics less seriously. Journalists often find it hard to know how to respond to celebrities who enter politics. They may accept that celebrities take a minor political office, but are wary about celebrities who have higher political ambitions.

Political activity, Celebrities

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Defiant publishing in Nigeria

Article Abstract:

The initiation of 'Defiant publishing' in Nigeria in 1993, is instrumental in countering official repression that hinders press freedom. When 'The News' was ordered to close down by the Nigerian government, its managers in defiance launched an alternative paper called the 'Tempo.' which operates from hiding. The underground publication of the Tell magazine signifies the popularity of 'defiant publishing' among Nigeria's press corps. Most reporters are on the move collecting stories which the papers publish from secret locations. However, authoritarian repression continues unabated.

Methods, Newspaper publishing, Periodicals, Nigeria, Alternative press publications

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Making news, making law

Article Abstract:

The family-leave bill generated much media attention at the time of its introduction, but the repetition of committee processes and endless debates led to a waning of interest on the subject, especially in the press. The bill was introduced by Rep. Pat Schroeder in 1985 and was taken up in the senate by Christopher J. Dodd. Opposition to the bill came mainly from business groups who believed that a federal mandate would force them to grant leaves. Many believe that the poor press coverage that the bill received contributed to the events that led to the victory for the bill.

Media coverage, Legislation, Legislative process

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