Media coverage of the 2010 Arizona immigration law ignited citizens' passion about the issue and illustrates the concept of agenda setting

As a well-informed citizen living in Texas in the 19th century after the Civil War, what is William likely to find in the newspapers?

a. newspapers resorting to sensationalism and yellow journalism b. outspoken stances on social issues like women's suffrage c. partisanship by the press along political lines d. a lack of political or product advertising in the newspapers

Which group has been instrumental in creating public policy based on the 1973 Endangered Species Act?

A) The courts B) Businesses C) Foreign governments D) State legislatures E) Governors