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The quote below is an excerpt from the Supreme Court's ruling in New York Times v. United States (1971):
In the First Amendment, the Founding Fathers gave the free press the protection it must have to fulfill its essential role in our democracy. The press was to serve the governed, not the governors.

Which statement supports this ruling?
A. Media intrusions into people's privacy threaten individual liberties.
B. An aggressive media serves as a check on the government's power.
C. Citizens need access to reliable news sources in order to be well informed. ( wrong answer )
D. Government ownership of news sources threatens freedom and democracy.

Sagot :

D. Government ownership of news sources threatens freedom and democracy.

Examining the statement, it seems to be saying that free press is essential too democracy and it must therefore not be governed. So the government owning the news sources would thus threaten that position within the democracy.

Answer:

B.  An aggressive media serves as a check on the government's power.

Explanation:

Took the test and this is the correct answer!!  ;)

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