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OverviewThe term 'fake news' became a buzzword during Donald Trump's presidency, yet it is a term that means very different things to different people. This pioneering book provides a comprehensive examination of what Americans mean when they talk about fake news in contemporary politics, mass media, and societal discourse, and explores the various factors that contribute to this, such as the power of language, political parties, ideology, media, and socialization. By analysing a range of case studies across war, political corruption, climate change, conspiracy theories, electoral politics, and the Covid-19 pandemic, it demonstrates how fake news is a fundamentally contested phenomenon, and how its meaning varies depending on the person using the term, and the political context. It provides readers with tools to identify, talk about, and resist fake news, and emphasizes a need for education reform with an eye toward promoting critical thinking and information literacy. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Anthony R. DiMaggio (Lehigh University, Pennsylvania)Publisher: Cambridge University Press Imprint: Cambridge University Press ISBN: 9781316512456ISBN 10: 1316512452 Pages: 280 Publication Date: 10 August 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviews'... a must read for all undergraduates to better understand how fake news is used in American politics. ... Highly recommended.' H. Gabriel, Choice Author InformationAnthony R. DiMaggio is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Lehigh University. He has published eleven books emphasizing American politics, global conflicts, social movements, inequality, and political communication. He is the recipient of the Class of 1961 faculty award at Lehigh University for excellence in teaching and research. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |