How would you explain the results presented in Table 10.1? In particular, what accounts for the difference in the distribution of self-declared liberals, moderates, and conservatives in the general public, the national press, and the local press?
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, Explain that the table illustrates self-assessments of ideological leanings and would generally suggest that the national and local press is more liberal than the general public, and thus there may be a bias against conservatism.
2, Discuss how the differences may be a result of higher levels of education, which tends to make people more politically liberal.
3, Explain how exposure to more information in general, which is an occupational hazard of journalism, tends to make people more politically liberal.
4, Provide a clear and concise conclusion.
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