Question

A newspaper publishes a series of articles on the human rights abuses of a minority group by a country’s government, leading to Congress passing a law that bans trade with that country. In this example, what role would the media be fulfilling?(1 point)
Responses

gatekeeper
gatekeeper

educator
educator

watchdog
watchdog

policy setting

Answer 1

The correct role that the media would be fulfilling in this example is "watchdog." The media has exposed human rights abuses and brought attention to the issue, ultimately leading to a change in policy by Congress. This demonstrates the media's role as a watchdog, holding those in power accountable and informing the public about important issues.

Answer 2

pick one answer

Answer 3

Watchdog.