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Explore how media influences views on crime, the portrayal of sensational crimes, and the need for a balanced perspective. Discuss the societal impact and the role of institutions in shaping public opinion.
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Name your Top Ten • Top Ten movies. • 10 • 9 • 8 • 7 • 6 • 5 • 4 • 3 • 2 • 1
Political Cartoon • What is this cartoon trying to tell the public?
Crime and the Public Compare and Contrast crime routinely presented by the media
Crime in the U.S. • Top Concerns in the United States • Glorifying Crime • Focus on Sensational (Shooting, Killing, Death) • Routine Police Work rarely responds to Sensational Act
Critics • Need to present a more balanced picture • Reduce Sensational Crimes (More of a balance in society) • What is the problem with that?
Institute of Social Control • Criminal Justice • Persuade people through subtle and not so subtle means • Subtle- peer pressure, gossip • Not so Subtle- Expulsion, incarceration, etc……
4 Corners • Media causes more violence in our communities