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10 Elements of Journalism

Terms in this set (10)

Truth
Journalism's first obligation. Practical, not absolute. Democracy depends on it.
Loyalty
To all citizens, not just the wealthy or literate. Credibility is the foundation of success.
Verification
The essential discipline of journalism . Methods are objective. Multiple witnesses/sources.
Independence
Avoid devotion to a certain group or outcome. Political partnership, overt religious affiliation, avoid enmity as well.
Watchdog
Keeping an eye on people; politicians, corporations, social institutions.
Forum
Journalists must provide a place for public feedback and discussion about news and the issues of the day. Encourage opposition and criticism.
Significance
Make the important interesting, significant stories must be made interesting and relevant to the public. Balance what audience wants with what it needs.
Inclusive
Keep the news comprehensive and proportional. Respect diversity, include everyone, don't blow thing up or minimize them.
Room for Dissent
Journalists must be allowed to exercise their personal conscience. Criticize each other, speak their minds.
Analyze
Not everyone can be a journalist these days. No more information monopoly, citizen journalists have obligations, too. Help make sense of the flood of duty, sort truth from rumor and propaganda.
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