When there is widespread fear that public morality will collapse, ______ become a target for public anxiety.
A) political leaders
B) religious figures
C) folk devils
D) individuals of authority

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Folk devils are often targeted during periods of moral panic, as they are seen as threats to societal norms and values, thus becoming the focus of public anxiety and concern.

When There Is Widespread Fear That Public Morality Will Collapse