Answer:
Providing information about the public's views on issues
Explanation:
The majority of officials in the government have to face election within 2-4 years. So, all of them will always try to create positive public image that help them during the election.
Those officials usually use media to find out popular public opinions' on a certain issue.
After finding out, they can form a legislations that are conforming to that popular opinions. By doing this, they will positively increase the public's outlook toward them and increase the chance of their re-election.
