Constitution Day Panel: Media & Elections

In an age with 24-hour news cycles and more media outlets than ever, it’s critical that we all understand the important role the media plays in providing information to citizens—especially during a presidential election. With an eye toward media literacy, we invite you to a panel featuring a conversation with a Smith College government professor and journalists in various roles that include editor, reporter, and host.

 

Moderated by Matt Abramovitz, president, New England Public Media

Deborah Becker, host and reporter, WBUR

Howard Gold, professor of government, Smith College

Elizabeth Román, managing news editor, New England Public Media

Lisa Williams, audience engagement editor, GBH News

 

This event is free and open to the public.