journalistic-objectivity

The chapter examines the persistent duality of the media as both a flawed source of misinformation and a crucial democratic institution protected by free speech. It critiques government secrecy and media failures, especially post-9/11, while analyzing the complex biases journalists face, such as fairness and access bias, that distort reporting, particularly in war coverage. The chapter also traces the evolution of journalistic objectivity as a disciplined process, explores the symbiotic relationship between media and politics during the Cold War, and discusses how digital technologies are reshaping cognition, information consumption, and political polarization.

The chapter 'SOURCES' in 'The Influencing Machine' by Brooke Gladstone provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary bibliography supporting the book's exploration of media influence. It systematically lists historical, journalistic, psychological, and technological sources that underpin discussions on media bias, war reporting, journalistic objectivity, propaganda, and the cognitive and societal impacts of evolving media technologies. The author emphasizes transparency and methodological clarity by organizing sources according to their thematic appearance and avoiding redundant citations.