Many historians are clear that Sputnik had a major impact on America's politics and media following its launch in 1957. Something that is considered one of the greatest technological advancements in human history is sure to have a great impact. Following the launch many saw this as a sign of America’s weakness and that the Soviet Union was far superior in their missile technology.
The American media was affected very much by the launch of Sputnik, as every news station and newspaper made comments on it. Things such as editorials, articles, diagrams, and were everywhere. Around the U.S. Sputnik had different impacts, depending on the type of people and media in that specific area. The New York Times took the approach of finding out what Sputnik
The American media was affected very much by the launch of Sputnik, as every news station and newspaper made comments on it. Things such as editorials, articles, diagrams, and were everywhere. Around the U.S. Sputnik had different impacts, depending on the type of people and media in that specific area. The New York Times took the approach of finding out what Sputnik