Reporting US Politics: The Local TV Perspective

With a particular focus on the United States, this book offers a practical guide to writing and delivering sound political TV news coverage.

Beginning with a historical overview of political reporting, and contextualizing political journalism and local TV news within wider industry issues, this book goes on to offer an essential understanding of the complex decision-making inherent in this critical form of journalism today. In accessible and engaging language, Calfano introduces students to ...