🗳️ap comparative government review

Watchdog function of media

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The role of media in monitoring government actions, investigating corruption, and holding officials accountable to the public.

AP course connection

Topic 3.1: 3.1 Civil Society

Unit 3

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