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Yellow journalism

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Yellow journalism is a type of news reporting that emphasizes sensationalism over facts to increase readership and influence public perception. It often involves exaggerating details, scandal-mongering, or sensational headlines that do not fully reflect the truth of the article.

AP course connection

Topic 12.1: 12.1 The Media as a Political Institution: Why Does It Matter?

Unit 12

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