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1
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Year it began

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1903

2
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Format

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Popular press

3
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Production

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Reach plc

4
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Political orientation

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Traditionally left wing

5
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Issue date

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March 13th 2019

6
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Key aspect 1 - Puff box

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The Cheltenham Festival pull-out actually dominates the page - with bright green font and background, combined with an exciting action shot of a horse and rider, it grabs the attention more than the political story.
The puff box “All the tips! All the form!” offers practical advice and the offer of a free bet will also entice the reader. The use of these terms positions the reader as someone already knowledgeable about racing

7
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Key aspect 2 - columns

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On either side of the double-page, there are two rival columns offering opposing viewpoints on the proceedings. The style of these is similar to that of sports journalism, and there are numerous light-hearted pop culture references (e.g. comparing one man to Gandalf from Lord Of The Rings and including
his famous line “You shall not pass”).

8
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Key aspect 3 - article photo

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The central image is a medium shot of Theresa May: her hands are raised which could connote defeat. It could also indicate conciliation or resistance.

9
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Target audience

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Working-class, left-wing, 35+