Trend features to read

The story in the LA Times regarding the Florida students revolves around gun control. I believe this gun control trend is happening due to the increased attention of shootings in the media and due to shootings happening at schools. Mass shootings have always existed, but news media outlets have given this topic the front seat.

The story on USA Today regarding social media revolved around social media and privacy. This is a relevant topic due to Facebook's continuing issues of data collection from users particularly in light of all the Russia/Trump scandals.

I found the LA Times story to be more interesting because it was more relatable to me. As a student, campus safety is important to me which is what those students are trying to do. I agree with their ideas of stricter gun control laws. On the other hand, the USA Today story held very little of my interest since I could not relate to any of the sources interviewed. They interviewed an older demographic that consisted primarily of mom lifestyle bloggers. I do agree that I use Instagram more, but I was not interested in the angle of the story.


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