The Jungle

Definition

In the context of Introduction to Political Science, specifically within the chapter on The Media, "The Jungle" metaphorically describes the complex and often chaotic environment of media as a political institution. It highlights how various media outlets and platforms compete for attention and influence over public opinion and political outcomes.

Related terms

Media Bias: The tendency of some media outlets to present news in a way that reflects their preferences or biases, rather than neutrally reporting facts.

Agenda Setting: The ability of the media to influence what topics are considered important in public discourse by choosing which issues to highlight.

Gatekeeping: The process by which information is filtered for dissemination by the media, determining what news gets published or broadcasted and what does not