The Ben Shapiro Show The Rise and Fall of American News Media
Apr 7, 2023
Explore the intriguing history of American journalism, from its partisan roots to the emergence of professional standards. Discover key figures like Ida B. Wells and Upton Sinclair as they reshape the landscape away from sensationalism. Delve into the rise of television giants like Edward R. Murrow and Walter Cronkite, and assess the internet's revolutionary impact, including the role of social media in today's political arena. Uncover how platforms like Twitter have transformed communication and political narratives.
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Callender's Exposés
- James Callender, an early American journalist, exposed Alexander Hamilton's affair with Maria Reynolds.
- He later revealed Thomas Jefferson's children with Sally Hemings after Jefferson didn't give him a job.
Lovejoy's Murder
- Elijah Lovejoy, an abolitionist journalist, was murdered by a pro-slavery mob.
- This event highlighted the escalating violence in the battle over slavery.
Greeley's Influence
- Horace Greeley, founder of the New York Tribune, was a radical Republican.
- He pushed Lincoln on abolition and popularized "Go West, young man."
