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Who was Joseph Pulitzer's main rival in the newspaper industry?

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  • Benjamin Franklin

  • William Randolph Hearst

  • James Gordon Bennett

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Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst were two of the most influential newspaper publishers in American history. Their rivalry began in the late 1800s and continued into the early 20th century. Both men were known for their sensationalistic and often inaccurate reporting, which helped to create a climate of yellow journalism in the United States.
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