Explores the findings of the Committee of Concerned Journalists on what journalism is "for," offering the Committee's definition of what journalism should be, its role in society, and what the public has a right to expect out of journalists.
Content Note
What is journalism for? -- Truth : the first and most confusing principle -- Who journalists work for -- Journalism of verification -- Independence from faction -- Monitor power and offer voice to the voiceless -- Journalism as a public forum -- Engagement and relevance -- Make the news comprehensive and proportional -- Journalists have a responsibility to conscience -- The rights and responsibilities of citizens.