Find a Website or newspaper article that is an example of one of the roles the press plays in a democratic society—for example, government watchdog or keeping people informed about what government officials are doing. In the space below, briefly explain the topic of the article and which role the article is an example of. Cite the Web site or article used as an example. (5 points)

The correct answer to this open question is the following.

The website article I choose is "The Press' role as a watchdog on government," written by Kent Auletta, published on the PBS website.

In this article, Auletta responds to a question regarding this function 0f the roles the press plays in a democratic society.

He says that the press as a government watchdog is necessary to keep people informed about what government officials and representatives are doing so the citizens can keep an eye on them.

This topic is of the utmost importance in that many times citizens forget to follow their officials and representatives' decisions and actions, believing that they are doing the right thing.

However, sometimes, politicians tend to serve the interests of political action groups that have their own interests at hand. That is why they hire lobbyists to negotiate with Congressmen. And these representatives were elected to serve the US citizens, not the political action groups.

    racial conflict and discrimination has existed ever since man learned to kill with rocks and bones. these conflicts arose from disputes between territory, power, wealth, religion, or simple difference. some of the most infamous racial disputes include slavery, the holocaust, and the civil rights movement.

    these listed disputes often resulted in casualties from all sides. riots, wars, imprisonment, and lynching are all commonly associated with racial conflict on severe levels.

      however, racism is an improving issue in recent decades. people are being more accepting and welcoming of diverse populations. though, the world isn't perfect and it will take much more time, if ever, until the world is rid of racism.