Impact of Media Coverage on Census Participation

The U.S. Census Bureau collects data every ten years to account for the population of the United States. This data is crucial for congressional representation and the distribution of federal funds. In recent years, there has been an increase in media coverage surrounding the census, particularly concerning how certain demographic groups may be undercounted. For this question, analyze how changes in media coverage of the census might affect public participation in the census process. Discuss the potential causal relationship between increased media attention and response rates among various demographic groups.