Newspaper and magazine writers who exposed the ills of industrial and urban life, fueling the Progressive movement, were known as:

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The term "muckrakers" was used to describe investigative journalists who wrote about the corruption, injustices, and social problems of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They exposed issues such as child labor, unsafe working conditions, and political corruption. Their work helped to fuel the Progressive movement, which sought to address these problems through reform. Yellow journalism was a sensationalist form of reporting that emphasized scandal and shock value over factual accuracy, and trustees were individuals or organizations appointed to manage assets or resources for the benefit of others. Social reformers were individuals or groups who advocated for specific social changes.

Newspaper and Magazine Writers Who Exposed the Ills of Industrial