Which term is defined as an attempt by a libel defendant to enhance its defense by claiming that the statement over which it is being sued made the defendant a public figure?

a. libel proof plaintiff
b. tort statute
c. bootstrapping
d. rhetorical hyperbole


c. bootstrapping

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Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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