Communication and Popular Culture
The CNN Effect refers to the impact that 24-hour news coverage, particularly by CNN, has on public perception and government policy during international crises. This phenomenon highlights how real-time media coverage can shape political agendas, mobilize public opinion, and influence decision-making by leaders in response to humanitarian disasters or conflicts, emphasizing the role of mass media in shaping society's understanding and reactions to global events.
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