Author Question: Historically, networks believed news programs were a public good, but in recent years, the need to ... (Read 45 times)

Jkov05 · **on:** Jul 9, 2018

Historically, networks believed news programs were a public good, but in recent years, the need to generate __________ has resulted in changes in programming and affected ways in which newsworthiness is determined.

a. equal time
b. profits
c. agenda setting
d. the fairness doctrine

Question 2

The right to privacy often conflicts with press coverage of sensitive information. Why would a news organization not publish the name or names of crime victims?

a. It would fear a libel charge.
b. It cannot publish information that is not part of the public record.
c. It would be a violation of the Fourth Amendment.
d. It would adhere to rules that are a matter of decency.