horace greeley
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Definition
Proper noun: - Horace Greeley: An American newspaper editor, publisher, and political figure who lived from 1811 to 1872. He is best known as the founder and editor of the New-York Tribune, a major and influential newspaper. He was also an active participant in politics, notably as a founder of the Liberal Republican Party and a presidential candidate.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Horace Greeley used his newspaper to advocate for social reforms.
- The famous quote "Go West, young man" is often attributed to Horace Greeley.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Reference: The name is used to refer to a specific period in American journalism and political history.
- The editorial style of Horace Greeley shaped public opinion before the Civil War.
Variants and Related Words
- Greeleyan (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Horace Greeley or his ideas.
- The article analyzed the Greeleyan approach to political journalism.
Synonyms
- Editor: A person who is in charge of and determines the final content of a newspaper, magazine, or multi-author book.
- Publisher: A person or company that prepares and issues books, journals, newspapers, or other media for sale.
- Journalist: A person who writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites or prepares news to be broadcast.
Related Phrases
- "Go West, young man": A phrase popularized by Horace Greeley, encouraging westward expansion in the United States.
- Inspired by Horace Greeley's advice, many families decided to go West.
Noun
- United States journalist with political ambitions (1811-1872)