Two fundamental principles underlie the British constitution. One involves the rule of law. The second affirms that

To qualify for candidacy, a prospective presidential nominee must collect a million dollars from each of the fifty states

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Historically the news media have been effective as checks against governmental power and have been trusted by most Americans. Because of their protections by the First Amendment and their ability to check governmental powers, the media are often referred to as

a. the agitator. b. the fourth branch of government. c. the government’s police. d. the mediator of government. e. the voice of the people.