Ideological News and Political Polarization
Which of the following best describes a potential consequence of the rise of ideologically targeted news sources for political discourse and civic participation in the United States?
A
Elimination of ‘fake news’ and misinformation through targeted fact-checking mechanisms
B
Increased bipartisanship and compromise in legislative processes due to better-informed constituents
C
Exacerbation of political polarization, reduced exposure to diverse viewpoints, and potential undermining of democratic deliberation
D
Uniform improvement in the quality of political discourse across all ideological spectrums
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