Journalism is not about presenting “both sides” of an issue.
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@benlockwood "United beat Chelsea 5-0. We interviewed some Chelsea fans who claim it was actually 4-2 to them. It's not clear when this divisive issue will be resolved."
@tehstu @benlockwood
Yup, another classic is a journalist sitting in room with two other people, one claims it has been raining very heavily for 5 hours and the other than it has been warm sunshine. The journalist can look outside for signs of rainy or dry weather and report their findings. -
@Axomamma yeah no shit, that’s very obviously implied
@benlockwood Oh, really? "Obviously implied"? I'm sorry, but words have fucking meanings, Mr. Smarty Pants.
PS: There's a reason I didn't follow you back. And you've just confirmed that I was correct in my initial judgment.
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Journalism is not about presenting “both sides” of an issue. It’s about finding the truth and telling it. And doing so regardless of whether or not it’s popular, profitable, or in the interests of the powerful.
Journalism, yes, absolutely.
It's a pity most of the mainstream media don't hire journalists.
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