Jacob Riis is a leader that exposed slum life through photojournalism and promoted social reform. Riis captured social and political issues in his photojournalism resulting in a reaction from the citizens. This website will show you how his legacy improved the lives of many immigrants.
Photo citation: Stamp, Jimmy. "Pioneering Social Reformer Jacob Riis Revealed." Smithsonian. Smithsonian, 27 May 2014. Web. 23 Nov. 2014