This research review explores the propaganda model proposed by E. S. Herman and N. Chomsky (1988) as an alternative way of looking at the American news media. The study begins with a review of the theoretical assumptions and the supporting empirical findings highlighting the propaganda framework, following which is a synthesis of research literature in relation to Herman and Chomsky's model from the perspectives of ideological mobilization and of journalistic routines. The review also discusses the strengths and drawbacks of the criticisms of the model, drawing attention to the inherent weaknesses of the propaganda assumptions. Further, the review discusses implications for studying foreign affairs coverage in the U.S. news media, and presents a set of suggestions as to how future research in this area can be conducted. Five notes are included, and 51 references are attached. (SR)