False... the media controls a ton of influence.
they control what people do about politics, what they buy, and even down to what t.v. channel they watch!!
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The lawyer presented a clear argument to the jury (it was unbelievable how influenced they were by his case) in the hopes of winning the trial.
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Although using the POV of a story can be helpful in determining the
author's point of view (especially in light of who the main character is
in the story), it also helps to consider the background details of the
author and the story itself. Things like knowing where the story takes
place and what the climate (political and social) where like as at the
time, can add to the background and understanding of the author and his
viewpoints.