It can only be safe to say that journalistic discourse has been and still is one of the most powerful genres of communication in contemporary society. Journalistic discourse has also historically been the subject of control by several, so-called, fascist and non-democratic states. It is a major institution through which ideologies are conveyed, taking for instances the examples of the “Pravda” during the Soviet Union or the “Volkischer Beobachter” in Nazi governed Germany or the “People’s Daily” in the People’s Republic of China. This means of communication can easily be – and is – exploited by different groups in power, resulting therefore in what is commonly referred to as “propaganda”. Yet, this concept of propaganda is a very complex one and has much to do with how “objectivity” is perceived in journalism.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Journalism and Objectivity
- Defining Journalism
- Objectivity in Journalism
- Journalism, Hegemony, and Power
- Propaganda and Journalism
- Propaganda: A Historical Perspective
- Propaganda and Discursive Practices
- Propaganda and the Shaping of Social Reality
- Propaganda and the Role of Journalism
- The Hidden Nature of Propaganda
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text analyzes the relationship between objectivity and propaganda in journalistic discourse. The author investigates how objectivity is used in journalistic practice and how this concept facilitates the propagation of ideologies and power structures. The text aims to demonstrate the complexities of journalistic discourse, particularly in relation to the manipulation of information and the construction of social reality.- The role of journalism in contemporary society
- The concept of objectivity in journalism and its limitations
- The relationship between journalistic discourse, hegemony, and power
- The use of propaganda in journalism and its impact on public opinion
- The hidden nature of propaganda and its manipulation of information
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The text begins by exploring the complexities of defining journalism and its role in modern society. It emphasizes the tension between the idealistic notion of journalism as an instrument for citizen empowerment and the reality of its often serving the interests of the powerful.The text then delves into the concept of objectivity in journalism, examining its limitations and its connection to the dissemination of dominant narratives. It argues that journalistic objectivity is not a neutral stance, but rather a way of framing information to protect journalists from criticism.
Moving on to propaganda, the text explores its historical origins and its connection to discursive practices. It highlights the role of journalism in spreading propaganda and shaping public opinion, particularly during times of conflict. The author argues that propaganda, often disguised under seemingly objective reporting, can subtly influence public perception and reinforce existing power structures.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key themes of this text center around the interconnectedness of journalistic discourse, objectivity, propaganda, power structures, and social reality. It focuses on the use of rhetoric and discursive practices in shaping public understanding and manipulating information. Important concepts include journalistic objectivity, hegemony, ideology, and the influence of power institutions on media narratives.- Quote paper
- Amine Zidouh (Author), 2012, The Hidden Link between Objectivity and Propaganda - Amine Zidouh - Media Studies, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/192258
