The role of newspapers in shaping political knowledge persists despite the digital revolution. This study examines how traditional media adapts to modern communication environments while maintaining influence.

Data & Methods: Using a national survey dataset and experimental designs, we analyze newspaper usage patterns alongside rising online news consumption.

Key Findings: Newspapers remain crucial for deep political understanding even as their readership declines. They foster nuanced comprehension better than fragmented digital sources.

Why It Matters: Our results highlight the unique value newspapers offer in cultivating sophisticated political awareness—a finding critical amid ongoing debates about democratic health.