Why Is Coverage by the News Media,especially Television,vital to the Success

Why is coverage by the news media,especially television,vital to the success of protest activity?

A) The media are at best unconcerned with protests groups,unless they provide "good visuals."
B) The media generate attention and support for protests that social media have screened out.
C) The media carry protesters' messages to the mass public and inform public officials about what is taking place.
D) The media impede the coverage of unpopular political protests,guaranteeing that protests with wide public support have preferred access to public officials.