The term ________ refers to the efforts by President George W. Bush and the members of his cabinet to convince the public, following the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, that we must come together against the terrorist threat and that we must spend more to enhance our security.
A) caution
B) problem-solving
C) manipulation
D) responsible action

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The efforts described involve persuasion tactics aimed at framing the public's perception of the terrorist threat and influencing their behavior towards spending more on security measures. The term "manipulation" may have a negative connotation, but it accurately describes the use of strategic communication to shape public opinion. The other choices do not accurately capture the nature of these efforts.

The Term ________ Refers to the Efforts by President George