From politics to entertainment, The Onion’s got it all. Calling itself “America’s finest news source”, it contains satirical posts and articles about today’s current events. It keeps readers on their toes by mocking world leaders, celebrities, the media, modern technology and much more. For example, check out this clip mocking parents who stalk their kids through today’s technology: http://www.theonion.com/content/video/facebook_twitter_revolutionizing?utm_source=c-section
This makes fun of how in today’s society everything is public knowledge. You may think you are just sharing information with some friends, but you never know who is watching. Parents seem to have a hard time sending their kids away to college, but through facebook they are able to check up on them every minute of the day. The Onion uses this video to mock parents’ separation anxiety and constant “check-ins” on their kids, as well as how in today’s society the best way of keeping in touch with your child is through a computer! The Onion’s technique is entertaining. It makes the news seem real, while subtly mocking the world and society. The slight truth that’s hinted in its language is what makes it so interesting and fun to read. In addition to the truth in the language, the sternness and catchy phrases are what catch the eye of the reader. Just like real news sources, it is authoritative and seems prefessional.
This makes fun of how in today’s society everything is public knowledge. You may think you are just sharing information with some friends, but you never know who is watching. Parents seem to have a hard time sending their kids away to college, but through facebook they are able to check up on them every minute of the day. The Onion uses this video to mock parents’ separation anxiety and constant “check-ins” on their kids, as well as how in today’s society the best way of keeping in touch with your child is through a computer! The Onion’s technique is entertaining. It makes the news seem real, while subtly mocking the world and society. The slight truth that’s hinted in its language is what makes it so interesting and fun to read. In addition to the truth in the language, the sternness and catchy phrases are what catch the eye of the reader. Just like real news sources, it is authoritative and seems prefessional.
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