Regionale motstemmer i nasjonal offentlighet

Abstract

Abstract Regional counter-voices in the national public sphere In this article, we discuss the societal role of the commentary journalist in the regional press. We also discuss the implications of digitization. Based on a study of six regional newspapers (Adresseavisen, Avisa Nordland, Bergens Tidende, Fædrelandsvennen, Nordlys and Stavanger Aftenblad), an essential theme in this study is the role of journalists (informants) in a national debate in which our informants find it difficult to participate. They characterize the debate as near-sighted and centred in the capital and believe that regional voices might be counter voices, which nuances the debate and provides wider perspectives. However, they see digitization as increasing the influence of regional commentators.

Keywords

• Interpretive journalism
• Regional newspapers
• Public opinion
• Commentary journalism.
• Interpretivejournalism
• Regionalnewspapers