What influence did journalists have on the Spanish-American war?

The Spanish-American War is often referred to as the first "media war." During the 1890s, journalism that sensationalized—and sometimes even manufactured—dramatic events was a powerful force that helped propel the United States into warwith Spain.

it foreshadows the theme of the paragraph and hints the topic that will be discussed in the paragraph!

bipartisan basally means two groups of people who dont agree with each other (republican and democrat) make an agreement or work with each other