The media

Use the image below to answer the following question.

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Which of the following statements would the cartoon’s author most agree with even in the context of today’s news coverage?

(Choice A)
To ensure accountability by government and news outlets, citizens must learn to distinguish objective and truthful news from biased and false reporting
(Choice B)
The news media are mostly interested in attack journalism, fake news, or biased coverage, which is one of their legitimate functions
(Choice C)
News media must self-regulate to ensure a focus on serious news, covering important issues and based on facts and figures
(Choice D)
More legal restraints on disreputable news sites are necessary in order to maintain democratic processes and hold reporters accountable

US government and civics