All of the Following Media Influences Contribute to Lower Public

question 33

Multiple Choice

All of the following media influences contribute to lower public approval of Congress EXCEPT:

• A) negative press coverage of Congress.
• B) the short news cycle.
• C) superficial news coverage that does not focus on policy substance.
• D) the need for media outlets to make a profit.
• E) letters to the editor.

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