That old prudent man standard, once implied that one should be a
skeptic towards all news reporting. As events proved that measure wanting, the
evolution to outright cynicism became the most valid gauge. Today, developments
in reporting surpass even that criterion. For now, the only sensible rule, is
total disbelief in ALL reported news. We have entered an age of
designer reality, based upon a message that best fits the emotional needs of the
viewer and the desired objectives of the journalist. The role of the editor is
to protect the agenda of the publisher, as the publisher serves the interests of
his benefactors.
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