John and Elizabeth Bates Cowles Professor of Journalism, Diversity, and Equality, University of Minnesota
A tendency to go with the ‘police said’ narrative without outwardly questioning if it is right is a continuing failure of journalism Continue Reading Being skeptical of sources is a journalist’s job – but it doesn’t always happen when those sources are the police
Coverage of Capitol siege proved a novel test of how the news media would frame the unrest and the aims of those involved. Continue Reading The insurrection at the Capitol challenged how U.S. media frames unrest and shapes public opinion
Narratives about the Women’s March and anti-Trump protests gave voice to protesters and significantly explored their grievances. Protests about anti-Black racism and Indigenous people’s rights received the least legitimizing coverage, with them more often seen as threatening and violent Continue Reading Riot or resistance? How media frames unrest in Minneapolis will shape public’s view of protest