Americans want news their way
A recent Pew poll shows that consumers are hungry for news, spending about 70 minutes a day accessing it. Handheld gadgetry and social media has become their new means for getting news, so how will traditional media evolve to keep up with the 21st century consumer?9:06 a.m.Jon Fine: is a media watcher, formerly with BusinessWeek.
Paul Levinson: is Professor of Communication & Media Studies at Fordham University in New York City. His recent book is called "New New Media" (2009).
- Latinos and the 2010 Elections
A recent Pew report suggests that Hispanic voters are much less motivated than the rest of the U.S. to turn out for midterm elections. Though Hispanic voters strongly identify with the Democratic Party, they may not cast their ballots based on concerns about immigration and the economy.9:45 a.m.Mark Hugo Lopez: Associate Director, Pew Hispanic Center.
Misbehaving banks put wrench in foreclosure process
Some of the nation's biggest banks put a freeze on foreclosures this week after allegations of fraud called into question the legality of the foreclosure process. Experts are mixed on predicting outcomes as either stalling, or propping up the restoration of the real estate market.10:06 a.m.Barry Zigas: Director of Housing Policy for Consumer Federation of America.
Susan Wachter: Professor of Real Estate and Finance at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business.
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