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It's essential to recognize that not all journalism is driven by these factors... I agree with the general sentiment. With that said, ultimately this is part o
by chiefalchemist 4y ago
It's essential to recognize that not all journalism is driven by these factors...
I agree with the general sentiment. With that said, ultimately this is part of the problem. That entities that are driven by these factors are - by definition - not journalism. Call them whatever you want, but it doesn't qualify as journalism.
If we continue to give them credit and credibility for something they clearly have not earned, we are collectively removing the incentive for maintaining the definitive standard. Journalist should not be an everyone gets a trophy title.
The way I like to frame it is this:
If your pet barked would you call it a cat? Of course not. This isn't any different. These content providers are not journalists and are not providing journalism.
I'm sure are other reference points:
https://www.mixdexhq.com/tv-news/here-are-jim-lehrers-10-rules-for-journalism/ https://www.mixdexhq.com/tv-news/here-are-jim-lehrers-10-rul...