One thousand people rally outside city hall to protest a city’s decision to build office buildings next to the city’s only park. Which of the following is the best example of the media acting as gatekeeper?
Answer
A
Instead of covering that event, the evening news runs a story about the mayor’s plan to plant more trees around town.
B
The media attends, takes lots of pictures, and encourages people to sign a petition against the new construction.
C
A reporter decides to investigate the mayor and see if she stands to profit in some way from the new office buildings.
D
A local news station reveals that the company building the new apartments has previously been in trouble for safety violations.