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Chapter 07 #19

b) Yellow journalism

Yellow journalism, a novel form of journalism that emerged in the Gilded Age, was characterized by sensationalized news and eye-catching headlines. This style of journalism prioritized dramatic stories, often exaggerating or sensationalizing events to attract readers. Yellow journalism played a significant role in the way newspapers competed for readership during this period, reflecting the era’s changing media landscape and the growing influence of the press in American society.