Under the Old System, the press understood that they should

A. never ask the president follow-up questions.
B. never quote the president directly.
C. always submit press conference questions in writing in advance.
D. quote the president in matters related to domestic affairs but not foreign affairs.
E. have most printed material reviewed by the White House before publication.


Answer: B

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