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Article: White House, Hollywood elite to meet.(A)(Nation)(On Media)
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- The Washington Times (Washington, DC)
- Article date:
- November 9, 2001
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Byline: Jennifer Harper
Slow change may be afoot in big media as New York and Hollywood attempt to shed their old traditional liberal skins for the sake of the national interest.
With Osama bin Laden appearing on prime-time and news coverage often tainted by misinformation, disinformation and flippant journalists, the need for a one-two punch from America's mighty news and entertainment complex has become more compelling - and realistic. Terrorism takes an intangible toll on the public psyche, warranting reprisal from the broadcast and film arsenal.
A formidable group of media heavies has received an invitation from the White House, and not ...