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Why is this needed? JL just interviewed people, and they subjectively stated their opinions, however true or false. I would think the burden of independently ve
by zhyder 18y ago
Why is this needed? JL just interviewed people, and they subjectively stated their opinions, however true or false. I would think the burden of independently verifying every claim (esp regarding fuzzy details of what people said in private) would be too great.
- aristus 18y agoFor the same reason any journalist wants to be told the truth, to know when they are not told the truth, and to call people out when it happens. As a proxy for absolute truth, good journalism requires complete reportage even years after publication. Rep and goodwill are your most valuable assets. I don't know JL well but I imagine that she would not do this over of a simple he said / she said disagreement. On the other hand I don't think this deserves to be front-page news -- she is only making sure she has the record straight.