The Shorenstein Center

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Advancing knowledge on media, audiences, and influence

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Every public policy issue is influenced by the quality and flows of media and information. The Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy is a research center dedicated to examining how media is created, distributed and consumed – and its impacts on society.

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Media Creation

Media Creation

Exploring and supporting the evolving world of news and public interest media.

Information Distribution

Information Distribution

Investigating how news and information travel across platforms, technologies, and audiences.

Policy & Impact

Policy & Impact

Exploring how media and policy shape each other—and their impact on civic life, public discourse, and democracy.

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Book Talk with Julia Minson (“How to Disagree Better”)

Book Talk with Julia Minson (“How to Disagree Better”)

Join decision scientist and Shorenstein Center resident faculty member Julia Minson for a conversation about her new book, How to Disagree Better, to learn evidence-based techniques on how to transform every disagreement into an opportunity for growth.

Event

Zoom Webinar
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

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The Shorenstein Center’s work is entirely funded by generous donations and grants. Your support can help build a better information landscape.

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