Asked by Kreutzer Alcie on Jul 11, 2024
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Newspapers such as the National Intelligencer and the New York Evening Post were important for which of the following reasons?
A) They established the precedent of impartiality by the news media in political campaigns.
B) They constantly fed the insatiable appetite that Americans had for partisan politics.
C) They helped keep elections focused on the real issues by refusing to carry negative personal comments about political candidates.
D) They are the first examples of sensationalist journalism in the early republic.
National Intelligencer
A newspaper published in Washington D.C. from 1800 to 1870, which became an influential publication in American politics during the early 19th century.
- Identify the impact of media and communication on the politics of early America.
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William AllenJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
These newspapers played a significant role in feeding the American public's strong interest in partisan politics, often reflecting and amplifying the political divisions of their time.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the impact of media and communication on the politics of early America.
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