The media are sometimes referred to as the "fourth branch of government” because they receive a number of subsidies paid for through tax revenue.
they could not do their job without cooperation from the executive,
legislative, and judicial branches
they are explicitly discussed in Article IV of the Constitution.
they provide a check on the power of government and political leaders.

What is the main difference between primary and secondary sources? a. primary sources are historical documents, and secondary sources are modern-day documents. b. primary sources are derived from museums and archives, and secondary sources are created by history students and academics. c. primary sources are found in ancient places with a rich history, and secondary sources are found in historical journals and blogs. d. primary sources are created during a particular historical era, and secondary sources are created by studying primary sources.