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A journalist receives money from a political party to exclude its candidate’s tax fraud in a news
report. Which principle of ethical journalism does this journalist violate?
Be accountable.
Seek truth and report on it.
Act independently.
Minimize harm.
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Act independently.
Accepting money from a political party to suppress damaging information creates a conflict of interest and compromises the journalist’s independence (and thereby undermines fair, truthful reporting).
Accepting money from a political party to suppress damaging information creates a conflict of interest and compromises the journalist’s independence (and thereby undermines fair, truthful reporting).
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