2007-04-04 20:38:12 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism
It will always happen but I suppose that if some of them would have forbidden to report again it will help.
2007-04-04 20:42:33 · answer #1 · answered by Kimon 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When we actually had journalists and editors who were allowed to do their jobs, there was a lot less "fake" news, since both journalists and editors had to have sources, and they weren't expected to report on "entertainment" as though it was news.
Since many newspapers, television and radio stations, as well as magazines are now owned by a few corporations, the media is about selling ads, and therefore, selling entertainment, and finally, making lots of bucks.
The majority of "news" we have today is not about truthful reporting, it's about shocking people and getting a headline so you can sell your trash. Unless corporations get out of the newsroom, it won't change anytime soon.
2007-04-05 14:19:08 · answer #2 · answered by edith clarke 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
More libel suits would probably greatly induce journalists to stick to provable facts.
Exposure always helps. Unfortunately we most probably will have to use our best judgement to recognize false stories when we encounter them.
2007-04-04 21:41:43 · answer #3 · answered by Warren D 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's very rare to see actual 'fake' stories. And usually ends with the jounalist getting fired.
2007-04-04 21:10:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
every time they lie their tax rate goes up
tell too many and go to jail ,[a day for each lie]
a week and a day for big lies
double for simple ''errors''
2007-04-04 21:18:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋