JOURNALISM IS…
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“The Dickson-Cashore interview reminds us why journalism in Canada, indeed, in any democracy, is so critically important even at a time when there is more information than ever and the media of all kinds seems to be under siege from so many directions. Indeed, perhaps it is especially in light of the moving forces of change sweeping the media in Canada that this message is especially urgent.”~ Dwayne Winseck
Professor, School of Journalism and Communication,
Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada
“Terrific. What a combination – great interviewer, subject of journalism (crucial to the functioning of a democracy), top journalist as guest, record on video, overlooking nation’s capital, nicely edited, made available to everyone via internet.”~ CRD, United Nations Development Program, New York.
“Journalism is . . .”The message brought forth in the Dickson-Cashore interview is that, among other responsibilities, good journalists report information about what our elected officials are tasked to do, and how they perform those duties. “If, in the process of this research, a public servant is found to be acting inappropriately, his fact becomes a part of the story, as the public deserves to know. “The professional journalist does not just go about seeking evil in public places, but when it is found, it is incumbent upon him to reveal it. That’s part of the job, and the journalist’s responsibility to the public.” ~ RD