The enemy of my enemy is not always my friend.
With the internet and social media allowing journalists to instantly publish articles, updates, tweets and posts, it's never been easier for a journalist to report in a timely manner while still on location. With the ability to be immediate, comes the race to be first. There are many examples of how the race to be first can lead to a lapse in the application of journalistic rigour. Respected media outlets have time and time again shot themselves in the foot by reporting stories that have not been properly vetted. There is more to be aware of than just errors in reporting. I believe that we are seeing instances of biased reporting much more clearly now that so many articles are published without the benefit of being properly evaluated for journalistic standards; or in the case of the 2018 Winter Olympics, common sense. It's no secret that many consider Trump to be a reprehensible individual... or why they feel that way. He is the president of the United Stat
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