Quote by Upton Sinclair on Journalism and Economic Interests

„We define journalism in America as the business and practice of presenting the news of the day in the interest of economic privilege.“

Upton SinclairUpton Sinclair describes journalism in America as presenting news in the interest of economic privilege.
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James H. Barry was the editor of the weekly San Francisco Star and a sharp critic of the media monopolies of his time.

Upton Sinclair's critical view on American journalism and its economic interests.


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Upton Sinclair quote about journalism and economic interests

James H. Barry was the editor of the weekly San Francisco Star. He became known for his critical views on media monopolies and their influence on public opinion, as clearly expressed in his quote about the Associated Press.

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