Homework: Importance of Free Press
The press is often called "The Fourth Estate" because of its role in checks and balances against government corruption and the abuse of power. If an elected official is exposed for abusing their position by a journalist, voters have the information to impeach, recall, or at least vote in a successor. Well-informed people are a critical part of a healthy democracy.
In this Homework, you will consider why a free press is a necessary, even critical, part of democracy and social change.
To prepare for this Homework:
A. Read the guidelines for "Professional Writing in the Communication Program."
B. Read "Why Freedom of the Press is More Important Now Than Ever."
C. Watch the four required videos in this Learning Resources.
D. Research State run media and the free press.
Write 1 to 2 pages paper that addresses the following:
A. Why is a free press important in Western democracies?
B. How does a State run media threaten personal freedom?
C. Why is a free press important for Walden's positive social change mission?
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, and typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.