Election 2012—Media and its Impact on the Presidential Elections

Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Northeastern Club of Boston, One Federal Street,
38th Floor, Boston, MA
6:00 p.m.

Alan Schroeder, Professor, School of Journalism, College of Arts, Media, and Design

Leading up to the 2012 presidential elections, the policies, business, and mannerisms of both President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney were endlessly dissected on television and radio, and many ponder how much influence the media had in determining the outcome. Professor Schroeder will provide insight into whether the media impacted voters’ perceptions of the candidates and discuss the possible effects the media will have on the president while he’s in office.