Only after I got into
this broadcast journalism class did I realize that a journalist’s faith might
become an issue at some point during their career. There are some topics that
are covered and some might get in the way of the journalist and their beliefs.
In those situations what are they to do and I am sure many wonder which one
takes priority.
Should a reporter stay
away from those issues? Is that even possible? The only real answer for many is
that it all depends on what is put in front of them. Another point to bring up
wile reporting about religion is how should it be done? I think Joe Hight, of The Oklahoman’s said it perfectly, “when
you are reporting, you must understand that people have different values than
you, and you must be as fair and balanced with them as you would with people of
your own faith.” As a journalist you took it upon yourself to not include your
personal beliefs in your work. People want fair reports that aren’t full of
your personal beliefs, as if you were trying to preach to them, because
sometimes those beliefs cannot be verified.
Critical issues in journalism-
(which includes religion)
Is religion needed to
report on it?-
On having faith in journalism-
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