How the Presidential Debates Work
There are many people who want to be president each with a different idea about how to govern the country.…
Developing Story Ideas
Story development is the process of taking your initial idea for a script or screenplay and turning it into a…
The Blue Chip Indicators
Forecasting economic output is one of the main tasks of private and government forecasters. The forecasts are used to inform…
What is a Government Shutdown?
A government shutdown occurs when Congress does not pass full-year spending bills for departments and agencies or when a short-term…
Why Regime Change Is Not a Good Foreign Policy Tool
The use of military force to topple foreign regimes in pursuit of political, security, or economic goals has long been…
What Is Breaking News?
Breaking news is a term for events that happen in real time and require immediate reporting. Typically, breaking news stories…
The Political Scandal
Scandals are political controversies involving violations of moral and ethical norms. They often involve politicians’ personal behavior, and the consequences…
The Importance of Partnerships in Foreign Policy
Despite political swings and public disillusionment, Americans remain broadly supportive of alliances, international trade, and the global presence of the…
How to Write a News Feature
The news feature (also known as a “long form” or a documentary) is an opportunity for journalists to explore an…
How Election Results Are Reported
Election results determine the future of our country through policy decisions on domestic and foreign affairs, whether Americans have access…