Question

read the quotation by theodore roosevelt. \there is filth on the floor, and it must be scraped up with the muck rake; and there are times and places where this service is the most needed of all the services that can be performed... the men with the muck rakes are often indispensable to the well - being of society.\ according to this quotation, which best describes roosevelts view on journalism? writers should be concerned about upsetting american political leaders. writers who expose corruption perform a vital service to america. writers should not worry about upsetting the public. writers should only expose corruption in certain industries.

Explanation:

Roosevelt compares those who expose corruption (muck - rakers) to those who scrape up filth. He emphasizes their importance for society's well - being, suggesting writers who expose corruption perform a vital service.

Answer:

Writers who expose corruption perform a vital service to America.