Spin Doctor?
Alastair Campbell was the Director of Communications and Strategy for British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Campbell was know for framing political stories to favor the Labour government during the Iraq War and for skillfully controlling media narratives.
Is he a spin doctor?
yes, he is a spin doctor
After the Deep Water Horizon in the Gulf of Mexico the CEOs of BP where photographed touring the beaches and talking to locals ton repair their public appearance and rebuild trust with the community
Is this a photo op?
Yes, this is a photo op
When news broke about President Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky media outlets flooded coverage with speculations, interviews and analysis.
Is this a feeding frenzy?
Yes, this is a feeding frenzy
During th GOP debate Rick Perry forgot the third government department he planned to eliminate. Coverage replayed the moment to suggest incompetence.
Is this gotcha journalism?
Yes this is gotcha journalism.
name one of the five keys to Independence
The owner must be committed to citizens first
Higher business managers, who also put citizens first
Journalist have the final say over news
Set and communicate clear standards internally
Communicate clear standards to the public as well
Steve Kornacki is known for his “big board” election data breakdowns based off of unbiased data analysis. He focuses on verified numbers, not political opinion.
Is he a spin doctor?
No, he is not a spin doctor because he uses unbiased information and "tells it as it is" without spinning or manipulating the information he is putting out
Paparazzi constantly following Britney Spears during a difficult time of her life and in response she attacking a photographers car who was chasing her.
Is this a photo op?
No, this is not a photo op because Britney Spears was being followed and harassed by the paparazzi
The disappearance of Madeleine McCann. The case of the missing British child in Portugal led to international media saturation.Competing outlets speculated heavily, often without verified facts sometimes hindering the investigation and unfairly targeting the parents.
Is this a feeding frenzy?
Yes, this is a feeding frenzy
What is Gotcha Journalism?
Gotcha journalism is when a reporter, interviewer or journalist makes attempts to catch a politician contradicting themselves.
What is a photo op?
A photo is a planned event created or put together with the intention to make a public figure look good.
What is a spin doctor?
A spin doctor is someone who works typically in public relations. This means they shape the way information is spread to the public. They work to control the narrative, make sure misinformation is not spread, as well as influence the public and media understands a story or situation.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson mopped floors while visiting affected communities after a flood. He was seen wearing rain boots and holding a mop in front of cameras
Is this a photo op?
Yes this is a photo op
The murder trial of O.J. Simpson became a media obsession, with 24-hour news channels providing continuous coverage.Reporters camped outside the courthouse, and minor developments were treated as major breaking news.
Is this a feeding frenzy?
Yes, this is a feeding frenzy.
During an MSNBC interview, Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson was asked how he would handle the situation in Aleppo, Syria. He responded, “What is Aleppo?” revealing a lack of awareness.
Is this gotcha journalism?
Yes, this is gotcha journalism
What is skepticism?
skepticism is questioning everything by not blindly trusting.
Ari Fleischer was the White House Press Secretary under President George W. Bush. She was know for controlled media briefings tightly during the post-9/11 and Iraq War years. Often accused of manipulating intelligence and military updates to maintain public support.
Is she a spin doctor?
Yes, she is a spin doctor
Paparazzi would often follow and photograph Selena Gomez in restaurants, airports, and on vacation especially after her public breakups and news on her health so they could make the headlines
Is this a photo op?
No, because none of the photos where staged and the paparazzi was taking photos of her against her will.
The Casey Anthony Trial. The trial of a Florida mother accused of killing her daughter became a national obsession. Media outlets treated it like reality TV, with constant live coverage, pundit speculation, and sensational headlines that blurred journalism and entertainment.
Is this a feeding frenzy?
Yes, this is a feeding frenzy
PBS journalists like Judy Woodruff or Amna Nawaz interview politicians respectfully, asking probing questions but giving context and avoiding sensationalized “traps.”For instance, when covering debates or policy proposals, they focus on clarifying positions, explaining implications, and fact-checking claims.
Is this gotcha journalism?
No, this is not gotcha journalism because both of these journalists ask questions in respectful way while still trying to seek relevant information without making a politician slip up or say something they shouldn't have.
Cynicism is assuming the worst.
Peter Mandelson was a Senior Labour Party figure and PR strategists who helped rebrand the Labour Party as “New Labour” alongside Tony Blair and Alastair Campbell. He is know for his ability to turn crises into opportunities and manage public perception through clever messaging.
Is he a spin doctor?
Yes, he is a spin doctor.
Putin has been photographed shirtless on horseback, diving for ancient artifacts, and practicing judo. These images are deliberately meant to project strength, masculinity, and control to both Russian citizens and the world.
Is this a photo op?
Yes, this is a photo op
Parkland school shooting survivors’ personal lives where many major outlets focused on facts and advocacy, avoiding sensationalizing teenagers’ personal stories, social media activity, or family backgrounds. Coverage highlighted their calls for policy change, organizing marches, and interviews about gun legislation, rather than turning their trauma into clickbait.
Is this a feeding frenzy?
No, this is not a feeding frenzy because a feeding frenzy would have involved outlets obsessively digging into private details, conflicts among survivors, or sensational speculation
Vice President Dan Quayle was visiting a school and incorrectly corrected a students spelling of potato by adding an e on the end (potatoe). The video circulated and was used a symbol of Quayle's incompetence.
Is this gotcha journalism?
Yes, this is gotcha journalism
What is a feeding frenzy?
A feeding frenzy is when multiple new sources dial-in on one topic or story at the same time. It is when something catastrophic or unexpected happens. Multiple new sources tend to repeat the same details because they all want to be the source that covers it.