The news media's common-carrier role is based on the idea that
A. the press should not charge for public service announcements.
B. the press should be patriotic in the reporting of the news.
C. the news will be available to all citizens.
D. various news organizations should interpret the news in nearly the same way.
E. the press should provide a channel through which political leaders can communicate their views to the public.
Answer: E
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