What term describes the type of writing William Randolph Hearst and Joseph Pulitzer used to sell more newspapers and to encourage Americans to declare was on Spain?

Sensationalism. They used sensationalist journalism, often referred to as "yellow journalism," characterized by exaggerated headlines, scandalous stories, and emotional appeals to manipulate public opinion and boost newspaper sales. This approach played a significant role in influencing public sentiment and ultimately leading to the Spanish-American War.