Meaning of Foxification | Babel Free

Definitions

The process of mass media, particularly television news, adopting the format, practices, and perceived political leanings of Fox News.

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Examples

“The real cost⟳ of media consolidation and Foxification in our time is not, as many of my supporters believe⟳, censorship, although that sometimes happens (witness the removal of the popular band the Dixie Chicks from 250 Cumulus-owned radio stations after the lead⟳ singer criticized President Bush over Iraq).”

“The “Foxification” of America's mass media was evident in the war's coverage. Most print⟳ and electronic stories described operations instead of analyzing the war's broader international context and consequences.”

“As opposed to striving for balance or objectivity, Foxification pushes journalism towards more comment⟳, speculation and politicisation.”

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