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Libel and fairness

Libel and fairness. Ultimately reporters are responsible for truthfulness of story, but editors can head off some factual problems . Libel. Do the credentials of the sources seem appropriate? Is a cop commenting on a legal matter?.

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Libel and fairness

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  1. Libel and fairness

  2. Ultimately reporters are responsible for truthfulness of story, but editors can head off some factual problems Libel

  3. Do the credentials of the sources seem appropriate? Is a cop commenting on a legal matter?

  4. Has the reporter contacted a variety of sources? Are two sides represented?

  5. Is the story consistent? Do facts, etc., differ in various parts of story?

  6. Avoid stereotypes Being fair

  7. Don’t expect one person to speak for all members of diverse groups

  8. Mention a person’s race, gender, age, etc. only when necessary

  9. Avoid sexism with gender neutral titles, i.e. firefighter, and use of plurals: • Not, “A student must sign up for his classes …” • But, “Students must sign up for their classes …”

  10. Try to make sure stories and sources represent the diversity of the community

  11. Present all sides of story. Especially important, get views and reactions of people/organizations that have been attacked

  12. Avoid “gee-whiz” tones in stories about accomplishments of people who overcame societal, physical challenges, including women and minorities. • Test: Would I used this passage if story were about a man/white person?

  13. Treat people in the news the way you would want the media to treat your own family

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