Individuals involved in certain aspects of the media may attend political rallies or public meetings in order to hold elected officials accountable for promises made during political campaigns

But individuals may also hold those in the mainstream media accountable. Both elected officials and those in the media may not want to report certain happenings. What role are the above two groups of individuals fulfilling with respect to politics and the media?

a. mass media
b. watchdog
c. advocacy journalism
d. new journalism
e. social media

b

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A. economic crisis B. clientelist crisis C. demographic crisis D. democratic crisis

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What do the secretaries who head the departments in the executive branch also make up?

A. The majority whip B. The president's cabinet C. The standing committee D. The Supreme Court E. The stand-alone independent agencies

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