Includes bibliographical references (p. 188-205) and index.
Contents:
Understanding alternative and independent journalism -- Defining moments in the history of alternative journalism -- Finding the basis for alternative and independent journalism -- Looking for answers: how alternative media journalists engage their audiences -- Connecting with democracy: The 'new' alternative media -- Throwing out the bathwater (but not the baby): objectivity, 'professionalism' and the economics of alternative journalism -- The global policy environment for alternative and community media forms -- Concluding thoughts: The nature of alternative journalism.
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