A spin doctor is which of the following?
A. A journalist who practices sensational and irresponsible reporting so his or her organization makes more money
B. A political campaign adviser who tries to convince journalists of the truth of a particular interpretation of events
C. A government spokesperson who generates information that gives government interests priority over candor
D. A professional political commentator who appears on cable news programs
E. A media elite who determines which stories to cover and which to ignore
Answer: B
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