Theories Of Ethically Responsible News Reporting
Ethically Responsible and Irresponsible News Reporting
Ethically responsible is a theory that goes with the premise that equality should prevail in society and that society should respect each other 's human rights and in return will preserve the dignity and respect of each other and other members of society. Objectivity in reporting also adds to the theory of ethics because objective reporting is a concept that journalists should report without bias and should remain neutral in all circumstances. This way, they are able to bring the actual truth about the condition of society to the forefront of the public 's awareness, and expose potential problems of social injustice and initiating actions that would start the process of solving the problems. …show more content…
"In 1938, Orson Welles caused a nationwide panic with his broadcast of "War of the Worlds"-a realistic radio dramatization of a Martian invasion of Earth. Welles and his Mercury Theater company decided to update H.G. Wells ' 19th-century science fiction novel War of the Worlds for national radio. The show began on Sunday, October 30, at 8 p.m. A voice announced: "The Columbia Broadcasting System and its affiliated stations present Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater on the air in 'War of the Worlds ' by H.G. Wells" (History.com, …show more content…
Every issue has several points of view as well as facts, which may or may not support the reporter 's opinion, but stills needs to be exposed to the public. "Whenever controlled media are used, issues of objectivity and fairness may be raised if no opposing views are heard" (Christians, Fackler, Mckee & Woods, 2009. Pg 225). Objectivity requires a full view on an issue without personal judgment clouding the research. This means that all the facts are on the table even the facts that are uncomfortable to discuss or against one 's own personal morals. Considering the fact that our world is overflowing with opinions seeking facts to support them, unbiased objectivity seems, so far, to be unattainable. However, the most ethical reporting requires as many true facts and information as
Ethically responsible is a theory that goes with the premise that equality should prevail in society and that society should respect each other 's human rights and in return will preserve the dignity and respect of each other and other members of society. Objectivity in reporting also adds to the theory of ethics because objective reporting is a concept that journalists should report without bias and should remain neutral in all circumstances. This way, they are able to bring the actual truth about the condition of society to the forefront of the public 's awareness, and expose potential problems of social injustice and initiating actions that would start the process of solving the problems. …show more content…
"In 1938, Orson Welles caused a nationwide panic with his broadcast of "War of the Worlds"-a realistic radio dramatization of a Martian invasion of Earth. Welles and his Mercury Theater company decided to update H.G. Wells ' 19th-century science fiction novel War of the Worlds for national radio. The show began on Sunday, October 30, at 8 p.m. A voice announced: "The Columbia Broadcasting System and its affiliated stations present Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater on the air in 'War of the Worlds ' by H.G. Wells" (History.com, …show more content…
Every issue has several points of view as well as facts, which may or may not support the reporter 's opinion, but stills needs to be exposed to the public. "Whenever controlled media are used, issues of objectivity and fairness may be raised if no opposing views are heard" (Christians, Fackler, Mckee & Woods, 2009. Pg 225). Objectivity requires a full view on an issue without personal judgment clouding the research. This means that all the facts are on the table even the facts that are uncomfortable to discuss or against one 's own personal morals. Considering the fact that our world is overflowing with opinions seeking facts to support them, unbiased objectivity seems, so far, to be unattainable. However, the most ethical reporting requires as many true facts and information as