What term describes the type of writing William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer used to sell more newspapers and to encourage Americans to declare was on Spain?

Answer 1

Sensationalism. They used sensationalist journalism, often referred to as "yellow journalism," characterized by exaggerated headlines, scandalous stories, and emotional appeals to manipulate public opinion and boost newspaper sales. This approach played a significant role in influencing public sentiment and ultimately leading to the Spanish-American War.