Government Shutdown

The evening news opens with a shocking headline “Countdown to a Shutdown.” This serves to immediately evoke the interest of viewers who then tune in to hear the aiding statistic, which provides a brief summary on this story. Three other critical pieces of news are also introduced in the beginning part of the newscast, which are combined with video to enhance the message provided. The anchor continues to elaborate on the stories previously mentioned, and begins by explaining the situation that may lead to a government shut down if the two political parties do not agree on a budget by Friday at midnight. The anchor continues to describe the effect this will create, and introduces the congressional correspondent who reports on the issue from Washington. A Speaker of the House also provides commentary on the situation at hand, providing a press statement for the public. Similarly, we hear several other speakers who add to the newscast such as a Senator of Maryland, a Senator of New York, as well as three employees who explain the ramifications that will ensue associated within their work field. The camera eventually shows the President who also explains the critical issue. Video of the many speakers talking is provided, as well as videos and maps that show examples of jobs, and places that will be affected, if the government shuts down. Additionally, the supporting anchor throughout the entire newscast provides statistics. The story concludes with the CBS news political analyst answering several imperative inquiries spectators are likely to ponder.

In today’s newscast, there were many contributors. To begin with, viewers see Nancy Cordes the congressional correspondent, as well as Rep. John Boehner the Speaker of the House. Other political leaders in the newscast include: Sen. Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, Chip Reid the Chief White House Correspondent, and President Obama. The show is also comprised of several individual commenter’s such as: Rick Sallinger from Denver, Carolyn Long from Kansas City, John Bently from New York. The show wraps up programming with the CBS news political analyst: John Dickerson.

The news broadcast provided a very clear image of the situation. Credible speakers added to the authenticity of the information provided. In addition to this, the newscast thoroughly covered the “who, what, where, when, and why” which are all essential elements for success. The show interviewed individuals from every aspect of the story including: political leaders, as well as common people conveying a meticulous and objective perspective. Therefore, it was an excellent evening news video.