The principle of ethical journalism that this reporter is following is Seek truth and report on it. By investigating the story further and uncovering that the initial reporting was inaccurate, the reporter is striving to find and convey the truth.
A reporter finds that a story uncovering a political scandal about a political candidate was not accurate. Based on additional reporting, there was no real scandal. The reporter goes to their supervisor, and the news station releases a statement of correction and apology. Which principle of ethical journalism is this reporter following?(1 point)
Responses
Act independently.
Act independently.
Minimize harm.
Minimize harm.
Seek truth and report on it.
Seek truth and report on it.
Be accountable.
Be accountable.
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