In Distinguishing Between "Open" and "Closed" Flows of Foreign Policy

question 2

Multiple Choice

In distinguishing between "open" and "closed" flows of foreign policy information, the most critical determinant of openness is

• A) elite disagreement.
• B) the aggressiveness of journalists in questioning their sources.
• C) the media management style of the incumbent administration.
• D) the geographical location of the policy event in question.

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