Dolores is a columnist for the student newspaper. She has been encouraging her readers to protest against a new sports arena proposal led by Coach Trudeau. In her most recent column, Dolores claimed that Coach Trudeau was an alcoholic years ago, before secretly completing rehab. Which of the following best describes what Dolores has done?
A. Dolores has libeled Coach Trudeau, regardless of whether her claim is true.
B. If Dolores's claim is false, she has libeled Coach Trudeau.
C. If Dolores's claim is true, she has not done anything unethical.
D. Dolores has not done anything unethical, regardless of whether her claim is true.
Answer: A
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