Assignment 10 - 20th Century Journalism

Note: Pages 60-65 hold several examples of 20th century journalism where small-town publishers and urban area activists continued the Hispanic journalism tradition. Review the work of the Mirabals, Pedro Chapa, Sara Ramírez, Ignacio Lozano.

Part 1: In your book, from page 60 to page 65, there are several examples of 20th century journalism. Please comment and review each of the selections in this section, paying particular attention to the issues reported on and the hardships each had to endure in order to be successful.

Part 2: From page 65 through page 70, the author uses several tables to explain the growth of Spanish-language newspapers in the latter part of the 20th century. Review the findings. Write a short essay on your interpretation of the data.

Part 3: Answer question 7 on Page 78. "Survey your fellow students. How many read Spanish-language newspapers? If there are not, then who reads Spanish-langauge papers in your area and where are these people?" Bring samples of Spanish-language newspapers to class and discuss.

Part 4: Review the information on Page 69. Are Spanish-language newspapers growing? Names some of the more outstanding Spanish-language newspapers, including dailies, in your area and in the United States. You may want to see other website for this and also depend on the professors views.