Q&A: the meaning of news in society?

Question:
how does the NEWS effect a society and does it play an important part in bonding a society?

Answers:

Answer by Serene E
!) Devastating events like 9/11 brought people from all over the world together in grief and anger. People donated millions of $$ to help the victims. news about a car accident that kills a child - people donate money for the funeral.

2) Elections - people gain information about the candidates through the news. Bad or good information, information on their opinions about issues.

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