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Praise for the previous edition: This revised edition of Principles of American Journalism examines journalism's past, present, and future to underscore the essential functions that journalism fulfills in a democracy. The book's conversational tone is allied to ample testimonies from journalists in the field, making it an accessible and engaging text for journalism students. -Ryan Thomas, Missouri School of Journalism Craft and Davis adeptly articulate the importance of journalism in society through its history, impact, successes and challenges, particularly in the significant changes revolutionizing the field today. No other book boils this down as succinctly and clearly. Their book should be required reading for anyone considering a career in journalism. New sections illuminate the rapidly changing media landscape, including industry changes in ownership, an update to the Society of Professional Journalists code of ethics, and the effects of social media on news. Nobody else covers so much material in such a clear, concise way, bolstered by professionals' real stories and practical assignments for learning the craft. - David Cuillier, University of Arizona

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Stephanie Craft is Professor and Head of the Department of Journalism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She chaired the Journalism Studies faculty at the University of Missouri School of Journalism and previously headed the Journalism Studies Division of the International Communication Association and the Media Ethics Division of AEJMC. Before earning a doctorate, she worked as a newspaper journalist. Charles N. Davis is the Dean of Grady College at the University of Georgia and was a longtime faculty member at the University of Missouri School of Journalism. A veteran journalist before becoming an academic, Davis also served as executive director for the National Freedom of Information Coalition (NFOIC) and as director of the University of Missouri Freedom of Information Center.

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