Part 1
As the news director of a local television station, I will make the death of the celebrity the lead story.
The primary role of the media is to deliver accurate and relevant news to the public. As the celebrity was a house-hold name, the story will be directly relevant to many of my viewers. Furthermore, the celebrity story, as a headline, will probably grab more attention. The closure of the parks will affect my viewers to a higher level. However, if viewers tune in to learn about the celebrity death, they will be more likely to keep watching for the park story. Another consideration is my station’s social responsibly. The degree of social responsibility required by the media ...
