The main way they have an effect on public policy, they supply evidence to the legislators/ the political parties. 2. How do you think the media influences the decisions of citizens and government officials? - I think the media influences affect is by the agenda setting for them. Meaning that this connects to the quantity and the kind of news coverage on the main topic of issues being presented.
Information Use in Broadcasting By Phil Newmark CIS/207 Mar 09, 2015 Bob Juszynski Information Use in Broadcasting In the old world of network radio broadcasting, information has been key to every facet of the business from advertising revenue to the building of affiliate stations. Modern radio networks have a distinct advantage with current technology to target their audience better, which increases the revenue from advertisers and builds a network of stations that carry these radio programs. By utilizing information within a radio network, and from external sources, the job of marketing radio programs on a national level has been steady in the past few years but it has also given rise to a new digital media as.
It seems the media is growing more powerful with time which is, in my opinion, both good and bad. The media takes full advantage of their first amendment right and the freedom of the press. The media has three main roles and responsibilities to the American public, which I will cover in detail. I will explain how these responsibilities fit in with my current events project on our economy. Our politicians have a great influence over what the media reports as well.
Assignment One In Miles Benson article, Political consultants tailor candidates’ message to what the voters want to hear, he has several opinions and views on how political consultants, opinion polls and negative advertising affect how politicians want us to feel, react and ultimately vote. It seems that research has discovered that if a politician talks in platitudes he has a better chance of getting himself or herself elected. Being specific seems to detrimental because too many questions are asked. Bill Hillsman, a media expert said that, “obviously, a candidate seeking votes is going to emphasize shared concerns and issues that are popular. But all too often political leadership simply means finding out what the people want and telling them you’ll give it to them” (Benson A3).
The payment of money for votes is an illegal practice, but it has worked insome cases. A majority of effective lobbyists have previously been on Washington Insiders, Executive offical or cabinet members, or lastly former member of a certain lobbying group. They work very closely with Senators and house members in order to gain strength in the policy making process. 8)How do interest groups lobby the executive? Interest groups lobby the executive by giving members of the executive branch information and the public's stance on an issue.
To What Extent Are Backbench MPs Lobby Fodder? We’re led to believe that the MPs we elect to form Parliament actively participate in the governing of our country. Yet in reality, most of the power lies with the executive and the influence of a backbencher is thus lessened. Are they a loyal party drone? Do they represent the constituents effectively?
It has discussed the different types and styles of assemblies and the chief functions such as to enact legislation, act as a representative body and oversee and scrutinise the executive. It has shown how the role of parliaments is changing and the reality is that legislatures do not initiate many policies, more usually they influence or are executive-dominated. The emergence of disciplined political parties, the growth in the role of government and the increasing strength of interest groups and the mass media has changed the way parliaments and assemblies carry out their roles. However, parliaments possess a unique authority to force politicians and civil servants to account for their actions before a body which still represents the nation and remains an essential element in the architecture of democracy. Bibliography Axford, B., Browning, G.K., Huggings, R., Rosamond, B., (2002), Politics an introduction, 2nd ed.
Pressure groups are becoming more powerful and influential and important in enhancing democracy. Some pressure groups such as Greenpeace use direct action to gain attention from government and from media It's about taking direct action against the government, so it is still political. You're seeking to influence the government by what you do. If you're campaigning, a result of it can be direct action You may be trying to cause a public inconvenience through things like strikes. Pluralists would say that Pressure Group power is democratically based and so the larger you are the more spread that power is.
Justin Canteen 11/24/2012 American National Government Lobbyist What is a lobbyist and what is it that they do? According to Rachel Cooper “A lobbyist is an activist who seeks to persuade members of the government (like members of Congress) to enact legislation that would benefit their group. The lobbying profession is a legitimate and integral part of our democratic political process that is not very well understood by the general population. While most people think of lobbyists only as paid professionals, there are also many volunteer lobbyists. Anyone who petitions the government or contacts their member of Congress to voice an opinion is functioning as a lobbyist.
Citizens must be engage in the decision making because this will have great impact on their life, therefore they should vote to express their opinion in the government. Voting is a privilege and a responsibility to citizen to participate in public affairs and choose those who should govern them. In the democratic process an election allows people to be represented in the political institution and now with the modern technology, it is easy to communicate and investigate the candidate and to make a decision on the party that will provide better services. Whether a citizen is voting individually or belong to an interest group donating funds will help him play a role in the influence on political