When the News Broke

The 1968 Democratic convention in Chicago serves as a pivotal moment in both American political and media history, as argued by Heather Hendershot. Through detailed analysis of the events and broadcasts, she reveals the origins of the perception that media are inherently liberal. The public's reaction to the chaos, marked by disbelief and accusations of bias against media gatekeepers, highlights a critical shift in the relationship between news coverage and public trust.