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Intro to Political Science

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In the context of Introduction to Political Science, specifically within the chapter on The Media, Woodward represents a figure emblematic of investigative journalism's crucial role in political accountability. Bob Woodward, as a journalist for The Washington Post, is renowned for his work with Carl Bernstein in uncovering the Watergate scandal, highlighting how media can act as a watchdog over government actions.

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