Introduction This chapter explores the ability for fan engagement to be harnessed as a means for creating world change. Jenkins … More
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Is “Clicktivism” the New Activism?
In the second chapter of By Any Media Necessary, Henry Jenkins demonstrates different aspects of social movements that are affected … More
The Lack of Western Media Coverage
In 2012, a San Diego human rights organization which was called Invisible Children (IC), released a short film covering the … More
Introducing BAMN!
In this first chapter of By Any Media Necessary, Henry Jenkins introduces the core concepts necessary for the reader to … More
‘Exposing Criminal Activity in Richard Nixon’s White House’
Chapter 13 of Rodger Streitmatter’s Mightier Than the Sword focuses on the Watergate scandal that occurred at the hands of … More
Supporting Gay and Lesbian rights
Summary In the 16th chapter of his book, Mightier Than The Sword, Rodger Streitmatter argues that during the twentieth century, … More
Electing an African American President
In 2008, after 220 years, the first person of color was not only nominated for vice president or president, but … More
Failing the American Public with 9/11 Coverage
Summary The tragedy that occurred on September 11th, 2001 involving the destruction of the World Trade Center, left many Americans … More
TV News’ Finest Hour
CBS and ABC lead the way in combating McCarthyism Chapter 10 of Rodger Streitmatter’s Mightier Than The Sword brings together … More
The First Televised War
The United States entered Vietnam in 1955 when Eisenhower deployed the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) to train the South … More