The Future of the Presidency, Journalism, and Democracy: After Trump

This book explores the effects of Donald Trump's presidency on journalistic practices, rhetoric, and discourses, focusing on the underlying ideological forces and questioning whether journalism has learned the right lessons for the future. It offers insights into liberal media bias, the First 100 Days of the Biden Presidency, gender, and race, and how journalists should adopt measures to reduce harm.

Format: Hardback
Length: 364 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the profound impact of Donald Trump's presidency on journalistic practices, rhetoric, and discourses. Drawing upon critical theory and cultural studies, it poses thought-provoking questions about the potential future of journalism and American society without Trump's presence. The book offers a multifaceted examination of perspectives and tensions surrounding the Trump presidency, highlighting the underlying ideological forces at play. It explores how journalists navigated the challenges posed by racist rhetoric from the White House, the complex relationships between the Office of the President and social media companies, the interactions between citizens and journalists, and the critical question of whether journalism has truly learned the necessary lessons for the future.

Chapters on liberal media bias, the First 100 Days of the Biden Presidency, gender, and race offer valuable insights into the evolving landscape of politics and journalism. They shed light on the challenges and opportunities faced by journalists in a rapidly changing media environment. By advocating for measures to reduce harm and offering a roadmap for the future, this book serves as a valuable resource for scholars and graduate students engaged in journalism, media studies, communication studies, political science, race and ethnic studies, and sociology.

Through its rigorous analysis and insightful perspectives, this volume contributes to reshaping the scholarly and public discourse about the future of the presidency, publics, social media, and journalism. It provides a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the complex dynamics and challenges facing our society in the post-Trump era.

Weight: 866g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032070735