For-profit media can negatively influence political campaigns primarily through d. attempting to attract readers by emphasizing controversies. This approach can lead to sensationalism and a focus on conflict rather than substantive discussion of policy issues. As media outlets prioritize stories that generate more engagement and viewership, they may oversimplify complex issues or disproportionately highlight scandals, potentially skewing public perception and diverting attention from meaningful dialogue about candidates' qualifications and platforms.
How might for-profit media negatively influence political campaigns?
a. covering all issues in the interest of the public good
b. disregarding audience size to cover issues for the public good
c. trying to increase their audience size by covering all candidates
d. attempting to attract readers by emphasizing controversies
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