Nov.+3

Today we finished talking about the Jon Stewart/Stephen Colbert rally with Max, Molly and Kim. We also discussed Jon Stewart's critique of the media and how his critique was reflected in the conversation we had with the African journalists. We discussed the lack of press freedom (and lack of freedom of information) in many countries around the world. We contrasted the urgency and commitment of the African journalists in their quest for better political conditions in their own countries with the often entertainment driven media in the U.S.
 * Class summary**

To prepare for class, please watch the final 12 minutes of the Stewart/Colbert rally as a statement of media criticism. What points do you agree with, disagree with, and why?
 * Assignment due today**

As an optional follow-up, read this reflection on the rally by Jeff Jarvis, a seasoned blogger and CUNY journalism professor: [|To rally, perchance to dream]