1.14 Effects on the Media on Politics & Elections

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Gatekeeper
A role of the media that influences which subjects are of national importance and helps to set the national agenda.
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Scorekeeper
The media's role in keeping track of and shaping politicians' reputations, emphasizing the horse-race aspect of elections.
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Watchdog
The media's function of scrutinizing people, places, and events, revealing misconduct and holding power accountable.
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Agenda-setting
The phase in the policy-making process where the media has the most influence by determining which issues are prioritized.
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Primary elections
Elections where media influence is the strongest, particularly regarding undecided voters.
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Linking mechanism
The media's role in connecting the government and the people, replacing the traditional model of People → Parties → Government.