Under Roosevelt
Saw job as explaining policies and supporting the public
50s
Truman mishandled media and criticism grew
Kennedy
Kennedy used media very well and connected with the public
1968
Media seen to be used to uncover govt deception
Exposure of the 1968 Tet Offensive
Access to media
Throughout the timeline had increasingly wider access to the media
Radio, television and newspaper reporters
Changed views of relationship with the president and govt