politics

Locate a state or local news report about a press release from your state or local government.

Write a paper of no more than 1,250 words that completes the following:

• Explain the role of the media in the dissemination of the press release.
• Describe key interest groups and their agendas in relation to the press release.
• Identify if the press release should be informative, persuasive, or a combination, and explain how this choice affects agenda setting.
• Identify the main points and subpoints of the press release.
• Identify the key points and subpoints as those of value or are fact based.
• Outline possible venues for delivery of the press release.
• Evaluate the effect of the media in agenda setting and public opinion.
• Identify the pros and cons of public relations.

Cite at least two sources other than the textbook.

Format your paperconsistent with APA guidelines.