Political Developments: Reasons for the Emergence of the Progressive Movement - Influence of the Media Flashcards
1
Q
Why did American-Owned media production increase heavily in the late 1800s?
A
Because literacy rates increased heavily
2
Q
Name 2 magazines which were popular in this time related to exposing scandals
A
McClures Magazine and Colliers Magazine
3
Q
How popular was McClures magazine?
A
It sold 750,000 copies per issue
4
Q
How popular was Colliers magazine by 1912?
A
It sold 1 million copies per issue.