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What did the Man with the Muck-rake symbolize?
What did the Man with the Muck-rake symbolize?
- A figure promoting environmental conservation
- An individual striving for personal success
- A character who embraces optimism in difficult situations
- A tendency to focus on negativity and refuse to see the good (correct)
What significant legislation was passed in 1906 related to food safety?
What significant legislation was passed in 1906 related to food safety?
- The Federal Pure Food Act (correct)
- The Eight-Hour Law for Women
- The National Parks Act
- The Child Labor Laws
Which accomplishment was NOT achieved between 1900 and 1915 by muckrakers?
Which accomplishment was NOT achieved between 1900 and 1915 by muckrakers?
- The dissolution of the Standard Oil company
- Creation of universal healthcare (correct)
- Prison reforms
- The establishment of a federal income tax
Who was the publisher of the first public newspaper, Publick Occurences Both Forreign and Domestick?
Who was the publisher of the first public newspaper, Publick Occurences Both Forreign and Domestick?
What did Benjamin Harris’ newspaper specifically highlight?
What did Benjamin Harris’ newspaper specifically highlight?
Which act enacted in 1902 aimed at land reclamation?
Which act enacted in 1902 aimed at land reclamation?
Which issue did Helen Hunt Jackson address in her work A Century of Dishonor?
Which issue did Helen Hunt Jackson address in her work A Century of Dishonor?
Which of the following reforms was implemented due to muckraking journalism?
Which of the following reforms was implemented due to muckraking journalism?
What is one of the basic goals of reporters in the agenda-building process?
What is one of the basic goals of reporters in the agenda-building process?
What was Theodore Roosevelt's view of muckrakers?
What was Theodore Roosevelt's view of muckrakers?
According to the content, what is a misconception about the role of journalists?
According to the content, what is a misconception about the role of journalists?
Which term was first coined by Theodore Roosevelt in reference to journalists?
Which term was first coined by Theodore Roosevelt in reference to journalists?
What ideology do proponents of muckraking argue it serves?
What ideology do proponents of muckraking argue it serves?
What is a consequence of journalists exposing wrongdoings, according to the content?
What is a consequence of journalists exposing wrongdoings, according to the content?
Which character from John Bunyan’s 'Pilgrim’s Progress' is referenced by Roosevelt?
Which character from John Bunyan’s 'Pilgrim’s Progress' is referenced by Roosevelt?
What does the agenda-building theory suggest about the influence of the media?
What does the agenda-building theory suggest about the influence of the media?
Which author is known for addressing child labor in their work?
Which author is known for addressing child labor in their work?
What major reform movement was spurred by the 'Treason of the Senate' series?
What major reform movement was spurred by the 'Treason of the Senate' series?
Which industry did Upton Sinclair aim to reform through his writing?
Which industry did Upton Sinclair aim to reform through his writing?
Who conducted exposés against Standard Oil?
Who conducted exposés against Standard Oil?
What was a common issue in the Senate following the Civil War?
What was a common issue in the Senate following the Civil War?
Which author highlighted the racial divide in America?
Which author highlighted the racial divide in America?
What was the main goal of Progressive Era reformers concerning the Senate?
What was the main goal of Progressive Era reformers concerning the Senate?
Which literary work is linked to the investigation of political corruption?
Which literary work is linked to the investigation of political corruption?
What was the primary focus of muckraking journalism in the early 1900s?
What was the primary focus of muckraking journalism in the early 1900s?
Which journalist wrote 'The Shame of the Cities' addressing corruption in politics?
Which journalist wrote 'The Shame of the Cities' addressing corruption in politics?
What impact did Upton Sinclair's novel 'The Jungle' have on legislation?
What impact did Upton Sinclair's novel 'The Jungle' have on legislation?
What did David Graham Phillips' series 'The Treason of the Senate' inspire?
What did David Graham Phillips' series 'The Treason of the Senate' inspire?
Which muckraker wrote an exposé on child labor?
Which muckraker wrote an exposé on child labor?
Which publication is associated with the revelation of the Pentagon Papers?
Which publication is associated with the revelation of the Pentagon Papers?
What common theme is reflected in muckraking journalism?
What common theme is reflected in muckraking journalism?
Which reform writer is known for the book 'The Greatest Trust in the World'?
Which reform writer is known for the book 'The Greatest Trust in the World'?
What event in 1906 significantly influenced the campaign for direct election of senators?
What event in 1906 significantly influenced the campaign for direct election of senators?
Who commissioned David Graham Phillips to write a series of investigative articles?
Who commissioned David Graham Phillips to write a series of investigative articles?
Which term did President Theodore Roosevelt coin to describe Phillips’ type of journalism?
Which term did President Theodore Roosevelt coin to describe Phillips’ type of journalism?
What was one consequence of the muckrakers' investigative work?
What was one consequence of the muckrakers' investigative work?
Which societal issue did muckrakers primarily aim to expose?
Which societal issue did muckrakers primarily aim to expose?
What was one of the main tactics used by muckrakers in their journalism?
What was one of the main tactics used by muckrakers in their journalism?
What marked the shift in Senate resistance to the direct election amendment by 1906?
What marked the shift in Senate resistance to the direct election amendment by 1906?
Which of the following best describes the term 'muckraker' after its initial negative usage?
Which of the following best describes the term 'muckraker' after its initial negative usage?
What is the primary aim of investigative journalism?
What is the primary aim of investigative journalism?
What does the term 'watchdog journalism' refer to?
What does the term 'watchdog journalism' refer to?
Which of the following is NOT typically a focus of investigative journalism?
Which of the following is NOT typically a focus of investigative journalism?
What ethical dilemma is often faced by investigative journalists?
What ethical dilemma is often faced by investigative journalists?
In the context of investigative journalism, what are muckrakers known for?
In the context of investigative journalism, what are muckrakers known for?
Why might politicians try to provide journalists with information?
Why might politicians try to provide journalists with information?
What characteristic distinguishes investigative journalism from other forms of journalism?
What characteristic distinguishes investigative journalism from other forms of journalism?
Which historical event is commonly associated with a significant development in investigative journalism?
Which historical event is commonly associated with a significant development in investigative journalism?
What does the Agenda-setting Theory imply about the media’s role?
What does the Agenda-setting Theory imply about the media’s role?
When journalists discover classified information, what must they evaluate?
When journalists discover classified information, what must they evaluate?
Flashcards
Role of Journalism in Reforms
Role of Journalism in Reforms
Journalists expose wrongdoing and raise public awareness, but they don't directly advocate for specific reforms. They believe their job is to inform, not dictate.
Agenda-Building Theory
Agenda-Building Theory
Media, government, and citizens influence each other's priorities in a continuous cycle. The media plays a key role in shaping public discourse.
Reporters' Goals in Agenda-Building
Reporters' Goals in Agenda-Building
Journalists aim to raise awareness about problems and encourage policy changes that promote social justice, efficiency, or democracy.
Early Muckrakers
Early Muckrakers
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Muckrakers
Muckrakers
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Roosevelt's Criticism of Muckrakers
Roosevelt's Criticism of Muckrakers
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Proponents of Muckraking
Proponents of Muckraking
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Origin of the term 'Muckraker'
Origin of the term 'Muckraker'
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Investigative Journalism
Investigative Journalism
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Watchdog Journalism
Watchdog Journalism
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Investigative Reporter
Investigative Reporter
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The Goal of Investigative Journalism
The Goal of Investigative Journalism
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Confidentiality vs. Public Interest
Confidentiality vs. Public Interest
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Agenda-Setting Theory
Agenda-Setting Theory
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Muckraking Era
Muckraking Era
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Watergate Scandal
Watergate Scandal
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Post-Watergate Era (1974-present)
Post-Watergate Era (1974-present)
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Focus on Corruption
Focus on Corruption
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The Man with the Muck-Rake
The Man with the Muck-Rake
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Era of Muckrakers
Era of Muckrakers
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The Era of the Muckrakers
The Era of the Muckrakers
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A Century of Dishonor
A Century of Dishonor
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Publick Occurences Both Forreign and Domestick
Publick Occurences Both Forreign and Domestick
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Suspension of Harris' Printing License
Suspension of Harris' Printing License
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Blank Page for Readers' Opinions
Blank Page for Readers' Opinions
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Upton Sinclair
Upton Sinclair
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Ida Tarbell
Ida Tarbell
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Frank Norris
Frank Norris
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Lincoln Steffens
Lincoln Steffens
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How were senators originally elected?
How were senators originally elected?
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17th Amendment
17th Amendment
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Direct Popular Election of Senators
Direct Popular Election of Senators
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Muckraking
Muckraking
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Muckraker (as a term)
Muckraker (as a term)
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Rapid Industrialization
Rapid Industrialization
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Corporate Influence
Corporate Influence
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Sensationalist Journalism
Sensationalist Journalism
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Innuendo
Innuendo
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Yellow Journalism
Yellow Journalism
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McClure's Magazine
McClure's Magazine
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Charles Edward Russell
Charles Edward Russell
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Ida M. Tarbell
Ida M. Tarbell
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Thomas W. Lawson
Thomas W. Lawson
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The Jungle
The Jungle
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The Treason of the Senate
The Treason of the Senate
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Study Notes
Investigative Journalism/Reporting
- Investigative journalism delves deeply into a specific topic, often involving crime, political corruption, or corporate wrongdoing.
- Subjects of the reporting frequently want the matters under investigation to remain undisclosed.
- Often called "watchdog journalism" or "accountability reporting".
- Investigative journalists aim to uncover truth and identify lapses in various media.
- This differs from the work of police, lawyers, auditors, and regulatory bodies as it is not limited to specific targets, is not legally bound, and is closely linked to public disclosure.
Professional Definitions
- An investigative journalist is a person whose job is to discover the truth and expose any discrepancies found in various media.
- This work is distinct from similar activities performed by other professionals, like police, lawyers, auditors, and regulatory bodies, because it is not restricted to specific targets and is tied to public disclosure.
The Politician-Journalist Relation
- Politicians often try to provide as much information as possible to journalists because journalists act as a connection between politicians and their voters.
- Journalists typically strive to develop strong relationships with politicians, as they are crucial sources of information.
- Politicians often want to keep certain information secret to maintain a certain image or protect their interests.
- Investigative reporters work to uncover undisclosed information.
The Fourth Power
- Investigating journalists are considered a crucial check on the other three branches (legislative, executive, judicial) of government, essentially acting as a watchful fourth power.
- Journalists often aim to bring undisclosed information to light, whether it involves unethical practices or illegal activities.
- Investigative journalism typically targets political, business, and financial elites.
- Journalists examine cases where public resources are misused or diverted to private sources.
- Individuals involved in these affairs often try to conceal potentially incriminating information by categorising it as a business, government or bank secret
Classified Documents
- When encountering classified documents, journalists must balance the importance of confidentiality with the public interest.
- Revealing information may cause harm to some; however, the general public interest might be served by releasing the information
Journalism of Outrage
- Muckrakers were early investigative journalists, revealing issues from 1690-1972.
- The Watergate Scandal (1972-1974), and subsequent investigative journalism prompted profound changes.
- Different time periods such as WWI, WWII and the Cold War are relevant to the historical development of the field.
Watchdogs and Muckrakers: Revealing Journalism as Public Policy
- Agenda-setting theory states media tells the public what issues to think about, not what to think, influencing public policy.
- Journalists expose wrongdoings to prompt public demand for reforms.
- Journalism attempts to alter policy through public pressure; however, big changes are not guaranteed.
- Media, government, and citizens mutually influence each other's agendas.
- Investigative journalism facilitates a collective process across these entities, highlighting issues and prompting governmental reform
Muckrakers
- Muckrakers were early investigative journalists, exposing political misconduct and holding powerful elites accountable.
- They believed that public exposure of unethical actions and wrongdoings would lead to positive change in society.
- Muckrakers aimed for profound impact on public policies, seeking to correct social and political problems.
Theodore Roosevelt on Muckraking
- Theodore Roosevelt, a notable president of the US, initially criticized muckrakers and challenged their investigative journalism. He believed muckrakers portrayed a misleading image of the American public.
- He opposed their focus on negative aspects, viewing them as detrimental rather than constructive.
- Conversely, admirers argued that muckraking journalism helped fulfil the American ideal of a vibrant and responsive democracy.
Muckraker = Reform-Minded Journalist
- The term "muckraker" originated from a 1906 speech by Teddy Roosevelt where he described investigative journalists as "raking" in the muck to expose corruption.
- Muckrakers were often criticised; however, their work became a powerful force in America's democratic development.
Consequences of Muckraking
- Muckraking led to significant changes in American society, including reforms in the convict and peonage systems, prison reforms, and child labour laws.
- Reforms in natural resource conservation and mothers’ pension policies were also products of investigative journalism.
First Colonial Muckraker
- Benjamin Harris, publisher of the first colonial newspaper, "Publick Occurrences", was a key figure in American investigative journalism.
- He showcased specific instances of misconduct, challenged existing norms, and allowed readers to voice opinions and criticisms.
Famous Muckrakers and their Works
- A number of famous muckrakers played a crucial role in uncovering wrongdoings and raising awareness about various problems in American society.
- They focused on exposing corruption (e.g., political corruption, exploitation in the meat-packing industry, and monopolies); and various social issues (e.g., child labour and the mistreatment of Indigenous peoples).
1972 - The Watergate Scandal
- The Watergate scandal involved extensive political misconduct and corruption; leading to investigations by journalists like Woodward and Bernstein to uncover the truth. The public's opposition to the Vietnam War facilitated these investigations
- The scandal ultimately impacted the American political landscape and changed the way the public perceived the governing institutions.
Investigative Reporting
- Investigative journalism aims to expose unethical and corrupt practices by political, business, and financial elites.
- The goal is to inspire public outcry and enact necessary changes within society, thus putting pressure on the political elite to reform the system.
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Test your knowledge on muckraking journalism, its key figures, and the significant social reforms from 1900 to 1915. This quiz covers important legislation, milestones, and the impact of muckrakers on society, as well as the historical context of journalism during this period.
