Media Highlights

LAist
Police unions, real estate interests spend big to support Hochman, oust Gascón in DA race
October 31, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in a article on the political campaign funding dynamics in the race for Los Angeles County District Attorney. 

TheWrap
Few Films Tackle Reproductive Health, USC Annenberg Study Finds — ‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ Leads the Handful That Do
October 30, 2024

Associate Professor of Communication and Founder of the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative Stacy L. Smith was quoted about a USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative study that reveals that reproductive health, particularly abortion, is underrepresented in film, with many portrayals lacking nuance.

ABC7 Los Angeles
Control of Congress could be decided by these competitive House races in SoCal
October 30, 2024

Adjuct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in a story on the pivotal role Southern California’s House races play in determining control of Congress.

Spectrum News 1 SoCal
Non-endorsements by major U.S. newspapers spark debate in final days of 2024 presidential race
October 30, 2024

Professor of Professional Practice of Journalism and Director of USC Annenberg’s Media Center Christina Bellatoni was interviewed about the recent decisions by some major U.S. newspapers to not endorse presidential candidates.

NBC Los Angeles
West Coast vs East Coast: Beyond the field
October 28, 2024

Associate Professor of Professional Practice of Journalism Alan Abrahamson discussed the landscape of sports on the West Coast. 

Newsweek
Progressive California Prosecutor Struggles vs. Conservative Challenger
October 24, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in an article on Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón's battle against conservative challenger Nathan Hochman.

The Los Angeles Times
How L.A.’s progressive ‘godfather’ wound up struggling to keep his job as D.A.
October 24, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in a story about Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón facing challenges in his re-election bid.

HuffPost
Christopher Côté Gave Voice To Osage Nation — And Then Rocked Hollywood With His Words
October 23, 2024

Research from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative was mentioned in a story about Christopher Côté, an advocate for Osage culture, highlighting his efforts to empower Indigenous communities and promote cultural awareness. 

The Los Angeles Times
Police cash flows to Hochman in D.A. race while support for Gascón dries up
October 21, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in an article about the ongoing campaign for Los Angeles District Attorney between George Gascón and his challenger, Nathan Hochman. 

 

The Heights
Winston Discusses Religion and Media’s Role in Reagan’s Presidency
October 20, 2024

Professor of Journalism and Communication and Knight Center Chair in Media and Religion Diane Winston was quoted in an article about the influence of religion and the media during Ronald Reagan's presidency. 

Spectrum News 1 SoCal
State of the presidential campaigns in the final stretch before Election Day
October 17, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was interviewed about both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris’ campaign strategies for the upcoming election. 

Bloomberg
WWE Plans New Behind-the-Scenes Documentary Netflix Series
October 17, 2024

USC Annenberg and USC Marshall’s Next Level Sports Conference was mentioned. 

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