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Mass Media in Contemporary American Society
Have you ever wondered what role mass media played in American Society? What about Traditional News Media and Social Media Platforms? Who do you think is responsible for accurate or factual content? Who do you think is responsible for misinformation? Continue reading below to find out.
Roles of Mass Media in Contemporary American Society
Traditional News Media plays a role in Contemporary American Society by keeping everyone informed on world news, politics, and local news and weather. Back in the day, Traditional News Media was only available by television or radio. Nowadays, it has also moved to Social Media Platforms. By being on Social Media Platforms, it has allowed the Traditional News Media to reach more people. More people tend to get their news and information from Social Media Platforms these days instead of television and radio.
Social Media Platforms play a role in Contemporary American Society by allowing people to stay connected to the people that matter the most to them or even strangers. You can add friends, chat with friends and family, share your daily life with posts, share information or news articles, sell your possessions, or advertise your business. Being able to do these things through Social Media Platforms has made it easier for people with their busy life schedules. But, with being able to share your life and information that you read on Social Media Platforms, it can
have a negative or positive affect on you. If it is negative, it can affect your mental and emotional
health if you are not careful.
Mass Media Responsibility for Providing Accurate Information
Traditional News Media has been the most trusted source of news and information for years. They have always given clear, balanced, and accurate information. Traditional News
