The Daily show embodies two reasons behind its existence; one it claims that the ‘real news’ is failing its democratic function, two it mocks the genre of television news itself. Yet his commercial approach helps make traditional news media accountable to the public. But the question every one is asking is how does Jon Stewart hold the news accountable?
- He holds it accountable by pointing out inconsistencies
- He holds it accountable by point when inconsequential news is blown out of proportion
- He holds it accountable by critiquing the very nature of broadcast news
However Stewart makes points through embracing the comedy factor yet besides the laughter he ensures the audience understands and take in this important point ‘News Journalism could do better to support the democratic system that has given it such life’
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