Why were the 1970s and 1980s considered major turning points for many Texas newspapers?

A. Newspapers began to experience a steep financial decline and were forced to either sell to out-of-state conglomerates or close down.
B. Most Texas newspapers began to implement online versions of their paper editions, which were more accessible to the public.
C. Major Texas newspapers were taken over by conservative oilmen and financiers who helped control local and state politics.
D. Many Texas newspapers changed owners, and the overall quality of Texas journalism began to improve noticeably.


Answer: D

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