In Which of the Following Ways Did Television Affect U

question 44

Multiple Choice

In which of the following ways did television affect U.S.politics in the 1950s?

• A) It aired Richard Nixon's "Checkers" speech,which nearly ruined his political career.
• B) It allowed candidates to appeal directly to voters in their homes,which elevated the importance of politicians' personal attractiveness.
• C) The expense of TV ads made political parties,which raised money for candidates,larger,stronger,and more important.
• D) Television was dominated by liberals,who had a strong influence on American voters.

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