Perhaps some of the most controversial news cases presently going on are the Ferguson, Missouri articles and follow up stories for the killing of teenager Michael Brown.
From all the multiple sources I have read, the story is presented from a different angle. AP took the angle of street riots and a confrontation with the police chief demanding answers. Huffington Post objectively reported the riots and happenings of the town post Brown’s death. Reuters was also very objective with the story and included images of riots happening. However, Fox News presented the story with racial undertones. They clearly favored the police who are currently being investigated for, well, being racist. Back home in Chicago, the Chicago Sun Times (known for its Democratic stand) presented articles focusing on human rights, dignity, and Brown’s family. In contrast, the Chicago Tribune (Republican) focused articles on the police department and restoring order within the community.
About six days ago, The Daily Show completely tore down Fox coverage of Ferguson. In this piece are great examples of how anchors have covered Ferguson in different ways. The video is absolutely brilliant and was the first thing that came to mind when given this assignment.
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