Chapter 10: Public Opinion and Governments

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Forms of communication that reach a large audience.

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Mass media

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A large number of people who share a point of view about an issue and unite to promote their beliefs.

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Interest group

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Regarding public opinion, this refers to if the topic is trending positive or negative.

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direction

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Regarding public opinion, this refers to how strongly people feel about an issue.

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Intensity

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Regarding public opinion, this is how firmly people will hold to their views on a topic.

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Stability

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The term for the release of secret government information by anonymous government official

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leak

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The role played by the media that exposes illegal practices or waste.

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Watchdog

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The term for evil intent.

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malice

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This is what protects a reporter from having to reveal their sources.

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Shield laws

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What does the government organization FCC stand for?

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Federal Communications Commission