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Conclusions and Further Discussion Questions

 

Is the media too complex to explain?

Does the data suggest differences between television and print news?

Does common sense tell us differently?

Should differences between local and national outlets be considered?

Is there a cycle of weekly media coverage?

Further study needed:
More investigation of candidate activities
More media outlets, especially local television and newspapers
Less subjective coding process for press releases
Longer time frame