Gans' Journalistic Values
Gans’ Journalistic Values
Herbert Gans’ journalistic values are divided into eight reoccurring principles in journalism that differentiates the variances between what is good, bad, and normal in our society. In a copy of San Francisco Chronicle that I found dated back on February10, 2012, the front page of the article featured five headlined stories that discussed various topics: Mortgage servicing for homeowners, preparation for America’s Cup, discoveries from the ocean, new federal rules, and a television commercial during the Super Bowl. All five stories listed on the front page of this article serve as multiple representations of Gans’ journalistic values.
The most eye-catching story, written in big, bolded headline reads, “Troubled mortgages- relief is on the way,” underlines Gans’ social order value. With roughly half a million Californians suffering from foreclosure, fingers were pointed towards banking institutions for their “allegedly reckless lending practices.” A settlement was made with our nation’s five largest banks to reduce loan balance and offer short sales for those who are unable to climb out of debt or have lost their home. It was noted that this represents a very important step toward restoring confidence in mortgage servicing and stability in the housing market. Gans’ social order value is presented here as restoration of order is a fundamental basis to this story. With upraise of Californians in distress from mortgage balances, this article focuses on the actions of state attorneys to restore order for the affected population.
The second story, “If fundraising fails, city may lose millions,” covers the government’s preparation for America’s Cup, this article clearly reflect Gans’ altruistic democracy value. This renowned sailing race is set to take place at San Francisco’s Pier 27 and massive construction projects are needed for hosting this event. However, the target for funding this competition is at risk for being met. In return,
Herbert Gans’ journalistic values are divided into eight reoccurring principles in journalism that differentiates the variances between what is good, bad, and normal in our society. In a copy of San Francisco Chronicle that I found dated back on February10, 2012, the front page of the article featured five headlined stories that discussed various topics: Mortgage servicing for homeowners, preparation for America’s Cup, discoveries from the ocean, new federal rules, and a television commercial during the Super Bowl. All five stories listed on the front page of this article serve as multiple representations of Gans’ journalistic values.
The most eye-catching story, written in big, bolded headline reads, “Troubled mortgages- relief is on the way,” underlines Gans’ social order value. With roughly half a million Californians suffering from foreclosure, fingers were pointed towards banking institutions for their “allegedly reckless lending practices.” A settlement was made with our nation’s five largest banks to reduce loan balance and offer short sales for those who are unable to climb out of debt or have lost their home. It was noted that this represents a very important step toward restoring confidence in mortgage servicing and stability in the housing market. Gans’ social order value is presented here as restoration of order is a fundamental basis to this story. With upraise of Californians in distress from mortgage balances, this article focuses on the actions of state attorneys to restore order for the affected population.
The second story, “If fundraising fails, city may lose millions,” covers the government’s preparation for America’s Cup, this article clearly reflect Gans’ altruistic democracy value. This renowned sailing race is set to take place at San Francisco’s Pier 27 and massive construction projects are needed for hosting this event. However, the target for funding this competition is at risk for being met. In return,