Introduction This chapter explores the ability for fan engagement to be harnessed as a means for creating world change. Jenkins…
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…
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…
Introducing BAMN!
In this first chapter of By Any Media Necessary, Henry Jenkins introduces the core concepts necessary for the reader to…
‘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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
The First Televised War
The United States entered Vietnam in 1955 when Eisenhower deployed the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) to train the South…