Joseph Pulitzer
Journalist and publisher; Pulitzer Prizes
Born
April 10th, 1847
178 years ago
Died
October 29th, 1911
113 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A Hungarian-American journalist, publisher, and politician founded Pulitzer, Inc. in the late 19th century, transforming the newspaper industry with a focus on investigative journalism and sensational stories. Established the Pulitzer Prizes in 1917, which recognized excellence in journalism and the arts. Played a significant role in shaping public opinion through various publications, including the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and the New York World. His contributions to journalism emphasized the importance of accountability and integrity in reporting.
Founded the Pulitzer Prizes
Transformed the newspaper industry
Published St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Published New York World
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