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Pol101 Mod 1 Discussion board: Hello Everyone, From the articles by Clapton and Shepherd (2017) and Globan and Ezgeta (2017), we learn that political power can be exercised in various ways through different forms of media, including television dramas, movies, and video games. The media creates a narrative that reflects and shapes our political beliefs and attitudes. By analyzing political dramas, we can learn how different forms of power are represented and how the media can influence our understanding of political power. One political movie that depicts the exercise of political power is "The Ides of March" (2011), directed by George Clooney. The movie follows the life of Stephen Meyers, a political strategist who is working for a Democratic presidential candidate. Throughout the film, we see how power is exercised through political campaigns, fundraising, media manipulation, and even blackmail. The movie shows how political power is not only dependent on charisma and leadership but also relies heavily on strategies, tactics, and personal connections. One particular scene in the movie that depicts the exercise of political power is when Stephen Meyers meets with a senator who he believes could influence the upcoming presidential election. In the meeting, the senator offers Meyers a deal in which he would switch his endorsement from one candidate to another if Meyers could secure a high-ranking position for him in the government. This scene shows how power can be exercised through negotiation, bargaining, and deal-making. It also demonstrates how political power can be used for personal gain rather than for the benefit of the public, which is a recurring theme throughout the movie. "The Ides of March" is one such example that shows us how political power can be exercised through various means, including negotiation, manipulation, and personal connections. By examining the way political power is represented in the media, we can analyze how power is exercised in real-life political contexts and develop a more informed and critical understanding of politics. References: Clapton, W., & Shepherd, L. J. (2017). Lessons from Westeros: Gender and power in Game of Thrones Links to an external site. . Politics, 37 (1), 5–18.

Globan, I. S., & Ezgeta, M. (2017). How (fictional) politicians persuade and manipulate their viewers? The case of House of Cards Links to an external site. . Communication Management Review, 2 , 74-98.

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