In The Shame of the Cities Lincoln Stiffens argued that people needed to?

In "The Shame of the Cities," Lincoln Steffens argued that people needed to confront and address the corruption and moral failures within urban government and society. He advocated for greater civic engagement and accountability, urging citizens to take responsibility for their communities. Steffens believed that exposing corruption through journalism was essential to inspire reform and restore faith in democracy. His work highlighted the interconnectedness of political corruption and social issues, emphasizing the need for systemic change.