Could There Be Positive Journalism Without Mud Slinging?

July 25-2011.


Could There Be Positive Journalism Without Mud Slinging?

I say, it depends on who the journalist is! Journalists are supposed to report what they see, hear, and are told in the field. And when the situation warrants, give an assessment or evaluation of what they perceive to be the truth or something close to it.

Whenever a journalist is giving his/her opinion on any issue, he/she MUST say so without hesitation. Failing to do so, disregards the principles of true journalism, and the journalist loses credibility.

In today's news media reporting, most journalists are expected to sensationalize most of what they report, just to get top ratings or increased readership. This is what their bosses tell them to do, and what is expected. So a lot of speculating, hypothesis,and nuances, play an important role in how journalists report the news on a daily basis.

Is this ever going to change?

I say for those who believe that Fair, Balanced, and Accurate reporting, will ensure that it is maintained, regardless of the pressure to do otherwise.

Derryck.
NYC.