Of the following, the news media are most likely to focus on
A. events that occur in other countries.
B. events that are timely.
C. events experienced by ordinary citizens.
D. complex events that are difficult to report.
E. events that affect small numbers of people.
Answer: B
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a. unfunded mandate. b. unconstitutional. c. taking. d. violation of the Establishment Clause.
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