Public Enlightenment

“[P]ublic enlightenment is the forerunner of justice and the foundation of democracy. Ethical journalism strives to ensure the free exchange of information that is accurate, fair and thorough.”

—Preamble, Code of Ethics, Society of Professional Journalists, 2014. Image: Thomas Ashlock.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Editorial Comment: Sounds right.

 

 

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“I don’t think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones, in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.”—Tom Stoppard

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Edward C. Pease, Ph.D.
Professor & Department Head Emeritus
Department of Journalism & Communication
Utah State University
Today's WORD on Journalism