African-American Press Coverage of Clarence Thomas Nomination

The nomination of Clarence Thomas for the Supreme Court posed a dilemma for African-American newspapers because they had to choose between supporting African-Americans and supporting civil rights. Their mixed coverage of the story reflects this dilemma.

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Published in:Newspaper research journal 1994-10, Vol.15 (4), p.98-116
Main Author: Fearn-Banks, Kathleen
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
African Americans
Black people
Black Press
Blacks
Higher Education
Journalism
Journalism Research
Journalistic ethics
Judges & magistrates
Media Coverage
Nominations
Press Opinion
Thomas (Clarence)
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Summary:The nomination of Clarence Thomas for the Supreme Court posed a dilemma for African-American newspapers because they had to choose between supporting African-Americans and supporting civil rights. Their mixed coverage of the story reflects this dilemma.
ISSN:0739-5329
2376-4791
DOI:10.1177/073953299401500411