Professor at Hood College Releases New Book, Deadline: 200 Years of Violence Against Journalists in the United States, a History of Violence Against Journalists
The book, released on November 21, 2025, by the University of Missouri Press, documents 79 reporters and editors who were fatally assaulted due to their work between 1829 and 2023. According to a college press release, this publication represents the first comprehensive history of fatal assaults on journalists in America.
Professor Atwood's inspiration for the book stemmed from the 2018 Annapolis Capital attack. With the assistance of Hood College student researchers, she meticulously examined documented attacks, commencing with the 1829 killing of Kentucky editor Thomas Benning. The book provides detailed accounts of assaults arising from personal disputes, ideological conflicts, attempts to suppress reporting, and a general animosity towards the media.
Professor Atwood concludes the book by proposing various solutions aimed at reducing violence against journalists, including the implementation of stricter laws, the provision of enhanced equipment and training, and strategic public relations outreach.
To make a purchase or to learn more about the book: (Amazon) Deadline: 200 Years of Violence Against Journalists in the United States.
For more information, contact Dr. Atwood at
lizatwood.com or email: atwood@hood.edu.
According to Hood.Edu, Hood College, founded in 1893, is a private, coed liberal arts college located in Frederick, Maryland. The college is recognized for its small class sizes, robust faculty mentorship, and the combination of liberal arts with professional studies, offering a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees. With its scenic 50-acre campus, the college seeks to provide an engaging, university-like education within a small college setting.
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