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The Trouble with Reality traces the transformation of American political culture during the 2016 presidential campaign. It examines how rhetoric, mass media, and social media converged to create an environment where facts are frequently challenged and alternative narratives thrive. By analyzing the forces of political communication and the influence of media on public perception, it offers insight into the erosion of a shared sense of reality in contemporary politics.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Politics & Government/Political Theory
Authors: Brooke Gladstone
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