Dissertations and Theses
Date of Award
2024
Document Type
Thesis
Department
International Relations
First Advisor
Jacques Fomerand
Second Advisor
Nicholas Rush Smith
Keywords
UN, Security Council, Media, The New York Times, Ukraine, Journalism, United Nations, Reporter, Peace & Security, Cognition and Perception, Cognitive Psychology
Abstract
This thesis explores Western media's representation of the United Nations (UN), focusing on the Security Council's role in global conflict resolution. It examines how UN-accredited correspondents perceive the effectiveness of the Security Council, particularly when the body faces deadlock. The study employs text analysis techniques to identify biases and perceptions in media coverage, using The New York Times' reporting on the Ukraine conflict as a case study. It illuminates framing effects in journalistic narratives, revealing how journalists subtly interject their views when reporting, often revealing unrealistic expectations and shedding light on the limitations of the UN's mandate or its inability to influence certain conflicts. The research underscores the interplay between media, language, and perception in shaping perceptions and misperceptions of international affairs. Deconstructing bias in media coverage may enhance efforts to promote more neutral reporting.
Recommended Citation
Loiero, Alessandra, "Reporting on UN Security Council: Decoding Media Bias" (2024). CUNY Academic Works.
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