People and Politics: The Mass Media

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Sophia learned something on television last night that she wants to share with the class.

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To be smart consumers of information it’s important for you to understand the role of media in American politics and how to evaluate the information you learn from it. Thinking critically about the media’s role in politics will help you become a more informed citizen, and yes, that’s part of your political socialization process.