Examines how American politics is affected by the mass media in such areas as political participation, campaign politics, and public policy. Explores how new technologies help shape the role the media play in the relationship between citizens and government. Special emphasis is placed on understanding how political institutions and interest groups interact with the mass media.

OWU Units: 1.00. Crosslisting(s): None. Prerequisite(s): None. Corequisite(s): None. Antirequisite(s): None. Fee: None. Core Competency: None. Offered: Spring.