The Hutchins Commission ___________.
A) conducted a "witch hunt" looking for communists in the media
B) provided a definitive formulation of social responsibility theory
C) recommended government censorship of media to stop communism
D) strongly criticized Chicago School theories

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The Hutchins Commission, formally known as the Commission on Freedom of the Press, was established in 1947 and is best known for providing a definitive formulation of social responsibility theory in media. This theory suggests that the press has a duty to society to provide accurate, truthful information and to act responsibly, rather than solely focusing on profit or sensationalism. The commission did not conduct a "witch hunt" for communists, recommend government censorship, or criticize Chicago School theories.