Opinion journalism A few thoughts on independence versus partisanship

From the YouTube debate

Outcry from conservatives Was it a legitimate question?

Outcry from conservatives Was it a legitimate question? If it was, then is there a problem?

Outcry from conservatives Was it a legitimate question? If it was, then is there a problem? Kerr’s motive: Getting a particular candidate elected

SPJ Code of Ethics “Journalists should be free of obligation to any interest other than the public’s right to know”

SPJ Code of Ethics “Journalists should be free of obligation to any interest other than the public’s right to know” –Avoid conflicts of interest

SPJ Code of Ethics “Journalists should be free of obligation to any interest other than the public’s right to know” –Avoid conflicts of interest –Remain free of associations and activities that may compromise integrity

SPJ Code of Ethics “Journalists should be free of obligation to any interest other than the public’s right to know” –Avoid conflicts of interest –Remain free of associations and activities that may compromise integrity –Avoid political involvement

Opinion journalism Does the Code of Ethics apply?

Opinion journalism Does the Code of Ethics apply? What about saying you support a particular candidate?

Opinion journalism Does the Code of Ethics apply? What about saying you support a particular candidate? Is there a difference between supporting a candidate and endorsing her?

Newsroom practice All journalists, even opinion journalists, are prohibited from saying for whom they will vote

Newsroom practice All journalists, even opinion journalists, are prohibited from saying for whom they will vote All journalists, even opinion journalists, are prohibited from making campaign contributions

Newsroom practice All journalists, even opinion journalists, are prohibited from saying for whom they will vote All journalists, even opinion journalists, are prohibited from making campaign contributions Advocacy of principles and ideas versus partisan involvement

Journalism in the classroom Professor in a position of authority — easily abused

Journalism in the classroom Professor in a position of authority — easily abused A journalism professor should model the behavior expected of journalists

Journalism in the classroom Professor in a position of authority — easily abused A journalism professor should model the behavior expected of journalists –What if professor was an opinion journalist?

Journalism in the classroom Professor in a position of authority — easily abused A journalism professor should model the behavior expected of journalists –What if professor was an opinion journalist? –What if professor is still working as an opinion journalist?

Journalism in the classroom Professor in a position of authority — easily abused A journalism professor should model the behavior expected of journalists A matter of mutual respect for a wide range of views