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"Race for the Wires," Harper's Weekly, March 21, 1868
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The actions of the president are closely scrutinized by an enormous press corps. The reporters are always on the lookout for a good story, and no story is better than an overreaching president or a juicy scandal. Keeping a watchful eye on the chief executive, the press helps to curb presidential power that threatens to exceed its legal limits or the wishes of the public. |
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President Jimmy Carter being questioned by Helen Thomas at his first press conference in the White House press room, February 8, 1977.
Courtesy of Jimmy Carter Library |
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White House press passes issued to United Press International reporter Helen Thomas | ||
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