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CNN effect

The CNN effect is a theory in political science and media studies which states that global television networks, in their modern ability to provide live, 24-hours news coverage from anywhere in the world, play a significant role in determining the actions policymakers take and the outcomes of events.

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CNN effect

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CNN effect → An, By, Clarifying, CNN, Deeper, George Washington University, In, Internet, Margaret Belknap, Media Effects According, Military Intervention, Steven Livingston, The, Type
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CNN effect → theory in political science and media studies which states that global television networks

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cnn effect media news coverage global policy political broadcast may television natural also international war influence force intervention public live

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CNN effectis atheory in political science and media studies which states that global television networks0.90text
CNN effectrelated to External linksCNN0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksNot Clear-Cut0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksIndiana University School0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksLaw0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksFred0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksCate0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksHumanitarian Affairs Review0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksThe CNN Effect0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksHow0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksHour News Coverage Affects0.60section
CNN effectrelated to External linksGovernment Decisions0.60section

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