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What does it mean?
Bush notes many Americans are involved in the fight against terror due to distressing violence seen on television.
In plain terms
People feel part of the war because they see violent images on TV.
What can you take from it?
Media coverage makes civilians feel engaged in national struggles.

Where it applies

  • media coverage
  • public sentiment

Putting it to work

  • understand public mood

Questions to consider

  • How does media affect public views of war?

Another view

Simplifies complex public feelings to TV viewing.

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