Mass-mediated Terrorism: The Central Role of the Media in Terrorism and Counterterrorism, by Brigitte Lebens Nacos
"Osama bin Laden, Al Qaeda, and their associates wrote a new chapter in
the annals of terrorism on September 11 with the most lethal acts of
political violence to date. Although the magnitude of the actions was
unprecedented, the role of mass media in this terrorist scheme was as
central as ever. This in-depth look at "mass-mediated" terrorism and
political violence shows how terrorists exploit global media networks
and information highways to carry news of their violence along with
"propaganda of the deed." To what extent are the media advancing or
obstructing the propaganda and policy goals of terrorists and their
targets? Has the Internet strengthened the hands of terrorists to
organize, recruit, and spread propaganda? How have targets of terrorism
used the media to manipulate public opinion and advance their own
agendas? From U.S. cases like 9/11, Oklahoma City, and acts of
ecoterrorists, to incidents abroad like Palestinian suicide bombings in
Israel, European hostages held in the Philippines, and violent protests
at major international summits, Nacos explores the use of political
violence for the sake of publicity, media coverage of counterterrorism
policies and its affect on political decisionmaking, and the impact of
new media. She offers a blueprint both for effective public information
and media relations during terrorism crises as well as for ethical news
coverage of major terrorism incidents."
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