A travel journalist is paid by a large hospitality corporation to write about a destination and is given a trip where all expenses are paid. The journalist writes a truthful article but does not let the magazine or its readers know that the journalist received paid sponsorship from a hospitality corporation that would benefit from a positive article.
Which principle of ethical journalism does the journalist most violate?
(1 point)
Responses
Principle 4: Be accountable and transparent
Principle 4: Be accountable and transparent
Principle 3: Act independently
Principle 3: Act independently
Principle 1: Seek truth and report it
Principle 1: Seek truth and report it
Principle 2: Minimize harm
Principle 2: Minimize harm
1 answer
The journalist most violates:
Principle 4: Be accountable and transparent
This principle emphasizes the importance of disclosing any potential conflicts of interest, such as receiving paid sponsorship, to maintain trust and transparency with readers.
