Jessica believes that media in Texas does not sufficiently cover political issues. Which statement supports her viewpoint?
a. A large amount of advertising in Texas is done by corporations.
b. Surveys show that 70 percent of Texans follow political news closely in Texas.
c. Many Texan television stations have closed their Austin bureaus, so there are no on-site reporters to cover emerging stories or catch trending issues.
d. The emergence of new parties has diluted political consensus among the media in Texas.
Answer: C
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