The media and the government have a "love-hate" relationship. which of the following statements best reflects that label?
a. ratings and sales for news outlets greatly fluctuate over time.
b. reporters and the media dislike federal regulations but enjoy the public broadcasting grants.
c. most partisan viewers enjoy a cable news network that aligns with their beliefs and don't like the others.
d. politicians are often unsatisfied with what journalists print or broadcast but still need journalists on their side.

Politicians are sometimes uncomfortable with what reporters publish or broadcast, yet they still require journalists.  

Option D.      

Explanation:

Some governors like to talk about politics with reporters and others want the light of day. However, governors mostly want to control what voters are reading and hearing about them.

As a result, politicians blame the media for not playing their game and the media criticizes politicians for their consequences. Controlling the access is a common strategy between the government and the press. Thus they are unsatisfied with each other but they still need each other.