Media Highlights

Washington Post
How social media’s business model helped the New Zealand massacre go viral
March 18, 2019

The Washington Post quoted Mike Ananny on how tech and social media companies can better regulate hate-filled content.

Los Angeles Times
Newsom's death penalty moratorium isn't perfect, but here's why it matters
March 17, 2019

The Los Angeles Times published an op-ed by Sandy Banks about California Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent moratorium on capital punishment in the state. 

Associated Press
In success for ‘Captain Marvel,’ a defeat for trolls
March 13, 2019

The Associated Press mentioned research from the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative on the lack of gender and racial parity among film critics.

Roll Call
Why Trump, in the era of fake news, is fueling journalism majors
March 13, 2019

On its Political Theater podcast, Roll Call interviews Christina Bellantoni on how the era of fake news is bringing out the real value of journalism and motivating the next generation to seek the truth.

NPR
Algorithms: Almost human?
March 11, 2019

NPR Washington D.C. affiliate WAMU-FM interviewed Safiya Noble on how inherent racism is programmed into software and internet search engines.

Los Angeles Times
Campaigns without end: Today’s presidential marathons took root in 1968
March 11, 2019

The Los Angeles Times quoted Geoffrey Cowan about the political party presidential nominating process.

Law360
Crowdfunding democratizes justice, for some
March 11, 2019

Law360 quoted Karen North about the use of social media and crowdfunding platforms to help with legal fees.

New York Magazine
'Captain Marvel' is a groundbreaker for the MCU, and also not a great movie. Which matters more?
March 8, 2019

New York Magazine's Vulture mentioned the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative is working with Brie Larson and the Captain Marvel team to make sure the film's press days are more inclusive.

The Wall Street Journal
Citi and advertiser group start a push to lift female musicians
March 8, 2019

The Wall Street Journal and AdWeek referenced study results from the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative on the lack of gender parity in the music industry. Other studies were cited in Newsweek, the Huffington Post and Refinery 29.

Los Angeles Times
Julian Castro’s run for president banks on Latinos, but it’s a steep climb to White House
March 5, 2019

The Los Angeles Times quoted Roberto Suro about presidential candidate Julian Castro and if he can rely on the support of Latino voters.

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