How Has Sensationalism Extended to Election Coverage

question 75

Multiple Choice

How has sensationalism extended to election coverage?

• A) Debates between candidates are scripted to include conflicts.
• B) Most of the coverage focuses on personal background than policy positions.
• C) Polling results are often under-reported to create the illusion of a close race.
• D) News outlets have developed strong partisan positions to create conflict.

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