While most of the mass media in the United States is privately owned, which of the following is also correct?
A) They are able to regulate large swaths of information flow on the Internet.
B) The government has cracked down on the use of copyrighted material.
C) They have focused most of their energy on monitoring the activities of hate groups.
D) They do not operate free of government regulation.
E) They operate free of government regulation.

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While most mass media in the United States is privately owned, they do not operate free of government regulation. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates broadcast media, including television and radio, and has the power to fine or penalize stations for violations of its rules. Additionally, there are laws and regulations that govern areas such as content, advertising, and political speech. Thus, while privately owned, the mass media in the United States are subject to government regulation.

While Most of the Mass Media in the United States