| A | B |
|---|
| Accountability | taking responsibility for actions |
| Agenda setters | individuals deciding what the people need to know |
| Freedom of press | right to publish information without government interference |
| Gatekeeper | media’s role in controlling information to the general public |
| Influence | having an effect on something |
| Interest group | an organization/group of individuals aimed at influencing policies geared towards their political interests |
| Libel | falsely written statements damaging a person’s reputation |
| Lobbying | the act of putting pressure on lawmakers (legislators) |
| Mass media | sources of information intended for large audiences |
| Media | a means of communication |
| Monitor | to keep watch |
| Petition | a formal written request by individuals requesting government changes |
| Political Action Committee (PAC) | organizations raising and spending money to get a particular candidates elected |
| Protesting | citizens way of expressing disapproval of government actions |
| Public affairs | political matters of interest to citizens |
| Public opinion | views among the general public |
| Slander | falsely spoken statements damaging a person’s reputation |
| Target audience | group of people to which something is geared towards |
| Voting | citizens formal selection of a candidate or government policy |
| Watchdog | individuals or groups guarding citizens against improper government activities |
