A news agency that gives more positive press coverage to a specific candidate and favors specific policies in order to present information that is consistent with consumers' beliefs has engaged in __________.

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Advocacy journalism is a type of journalism that promotes a specific point of view or ideology. In this situation, the news agency is favoring a specific candidate and policies to align with consumers' beliefs, indicating advocacy journalism. Option A is incorrect because objectivity is not being practiced in this scenario. Option B refers to a different function of the media, which is to hold those in power accountable. Option D is not relevant to this scenario. Option E refers to a practice where individuals move from government positions to positions in the private sector, which is not applicable here.

A News Agency That Gives More Positive Press Coverage to a Specific