Insights (3/4):
- Young audiences (16–24): Prefer online platforms and social media. 80% use digital sources, and 75% get news via social media.
- Older audiences (75+): 90% rely on TV, 50% use newspapers, but only 20% use social media for news.
#impartialityproject #newsconsumption #mediahabits
- Young audiences (16–24): Prefer online platforms and social media. 80% use digital sources, and 75% get news via social media.
- Older audiences (75+): 90% rely on TV, 50% use newspapers, but only 20% use social media for news.
#impartialityproject #newsconsumption #mediahabits
August 1, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Insights (3/4):
- Young audiences (16–24): Prefer online platforms and social media. 80% use digital sources, and 75% get news via social media.
- Older audiences (75+): 90% rely on TV, 50% use newspapers, but only 20% use social media for news.
#impartialityproject #newsconsumption #mediahabits
- Young audiences (16–24): Prefer online platforms and social media. 80% use digital sources, and 75% get news via social media.
- Older audiences (75+): 90% rely on TV, 50% use newspapers, but only 20% use social media for news.
#impartialityproject #newsconsumption #mediahabits
TLDR (5/5):
Find out more about our project and read our latest research updates here: enhancingimpartiality.com
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
Find out more about our project and read our latest research updates here: enhancingimpartiality.com
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
Researching the impartiality of political news
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September 29, 2025 at 2:18 PM
TLDR (5/5):
Find out more about our project and read our latest research updates here: enhancingimpartiality.com
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
Find out more about our project and read our latest research updates here: enhancingimpartiality.com
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
TLDR (3/5):
Previously, Politics Live and related programming mobilised ~80 staff per conference, compared to much smaller teams for rival broadcasters. Critics argue these concentrated efforts may no longer align with modern audience needs.
#impartialityproject #politicslive #BBC
Previously, Politics Live and related programming mobilised ~80 staff per conference, compared to much smaller teams for rival broadcasters. Critics argue these concentrated efforts may no longer align with modern audience needs.
#impartialityproject #politicslive #BBC
July 28, 2025 at 9:53 AM
TLDR (3/5):
Previously, Politics Live and related programming mobilised ~80 staff per conference, compared to much smaller teams for rival broadcasters. Critics argue these concentrated efforts may no longer align with modern audience needs.
#impartialityproject #politicslive #BBC
Previously, Politics Live and related programming mobilised ~80 staff per conference, compared to much smaller teams for rival broadcasters. Critics argue these concentrated efforts may no longer align with modern audience needs.
#impartialityproject #politicslive #BBC
In a recent move, the U.S. Senate voted to eliminate $1.1 billion in federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, arguing that public media is a vehicle for “left-wing propaganda.”
But does the data support that claim?
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TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
But does the data support that claim?
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TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
PBS and NPR are generally unbiased, independent of government propaganda and provide key benefits to US democracy
Studies link public broadcasting to higher voter turnout, better factual knowledge and lower susceptibility to extremist rhetoric. Those contributions to democracy may be diminished by Congress’ cuts.
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July 23, 2025 at 11:02 AM
In a recent move, the U.S. Senate voted to eliminate $1.1 billion in federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, arguing that public media is a vehicle for “left-wing propaganda.”
But does the data support that claim?
🔗 tinyurl.com/4ubwk87w
TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
But does the data support that claim?
🔗 tinyurl.com/4ubwk87w
TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
TLDR (2/5):
Three in five Canadian communities have lost local media since 2008, leaving 2.7 million Canadians with one or no local outlet. Entire regions, like parts of Newfoundland and Labrador, had no trusted coverage at all.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalnews #newsmedia #polsky
Three in five Canadian communities have lost local media since 2008, leaving 2.7 million Canadians with one or no local outlet. Entire regions, like parts of Newfoundland and Labrador, had no trusted coverage at all.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalnews #newsmedia #polsky
August 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM
TLDR (2/5):
Three in five Canadian communities have lost local media since 2008, leaving 2.7 million Canadians with one or no local outlet. Entire regions, like parts of Newfoundland and Labrador, had no trusted coverage at all.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalnews #newsmedia #polsky
Three in five Canadian communities have lost local media since 2008, leaving 2.7 million Canadians with one or no local outlet. Entire regions, like parts of Newfoundland and Labrador, had no trusted coverage at all.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalnews #newsmedia #polsky
TLDR (1/):
71% of BBC Verify Live coverage focuses on international news: From Ukraine to Gaza, much of Verify’s work is directed at verifying foreign affairs. This reflects its original editorial mission—but it leaves domestic political claims under‑scrutinised.
#impartialityproject #mediaethics
71% of BBC Verify Live coverage focuses on international news: From Ukraine to Gaza, much of Verify’s work is directed at verifying foreign affairs. This reflects its original editorial mission—but it leaves domestic political claims under‑scrutinised.
#impartialityproject #mediaethics
July 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
TLDR (1/):
71% of BBC Verify Live coverage focuses on international news: From Ukraine to Gaza, much of Verify’s work is directed at verifying foreign affairs. This reflects its original editorial mission—but it leaves domestic political claims under‑scrutinised.
#impartialityproject #mediaethics
71% of BBC Verify Live coverage focuses on international news: From Ukraine to Gaza, much of Verify’s work is directed at verifying foreign affairs. This reflects its original editorial mission—but it leaves domestic political claims under‑scrutinised.
#impartialityproject #mediaethics
TLDR (1/4):
We found:
- 68% of people think UK broadcasters should be regulated for impartiality in news & current affairs programming.
- The most trusted platforms for news are TV (49%) & radio (49%) — both already subject to impartiality regulation.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #media
We found:
- 68% of people think UK broadcasters should be regulated for impartiality in news & current affairs programming.
- The most trusted platforms for news are TV (49%) & radio (49%) — both already subject to impartiality regulation.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #media
October 16, 2025 at 12:06 PM
TLDR (1/4):
We found:
- 68% of people think UK broadcasters should be regulated for impartiality in news & current affairs programming.
- The most trusted platforms for news are TV (49%) & radio (49%) — both already subject to impartiality regulation.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #media
We found:
- 68% of people think UK broadcasters should be regulated for impartiality in news & current affairs programming.
- The most trusted platforms for news are TV (49%) & radio (49%) — both already subject to impartiality regulation.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #media
TLDR (2/5):
Empirical studies refute the idea of liberal bias in mainstream journalism: Research has found no significant partisan bias in what political reporters cover or how they cover it—contrary to the longstanding narrative advanced by some political figures.
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
Empirical studies refute the idea of liberal bias in mainstream journalism: Research has found no significant partisan bias in what political reporters cover or how they cover it—contrary to the longstanding narrative advanced by some political figures.
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
July 23, 2025 at 11:02 AM
TLDR (2/5):
Empirical studies refute the idea of liberal bias in mainstream journalism: Research has found no significant partisan bias in what political reporters cover or how they cover it—contrary to the longstanding narrative advanced by some political figures.
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
Empirical studies refute the idea of liberal bias in mainstream journalism: Research has found no significant partisan bias in what political reporters cover or how they cover it—contrary to the longstanding narrative advanced by some political figures.
#impartialityproject #PBS #NPR
TLDR (1/4):
Harding argued that the BBC must be given complete political independence to safeguard its future — especially with Reform UK rising in the polls & its leader, Nigel Farage, openly committed to scrapping the licence fee.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
Harding argued that the BBC must be given complete political independence to safeguard its future — especially with Reform UK rising in the polls & its leader, Nigel Farage, openly committed to scrapping the licence fee.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
August 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
TLDR (1/4):
Harding argued that the BBC must be given complete political independence to safeguard its future — especially with Reform UK rising in the polls & its leader, Nigel Farage, openly committed to scrapping the licence fee.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
Harding argued that the BBC must be given complete political independence to safeguard its future — especially with Reform UK rising in the polls & its leader, Nigel Farage, openly committed to scrapping the licence fee.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
3/3:
We’d love to hear from you — take a look around and let us know what you think!
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediastudies #mediaethics #journalism #journalismstudies #politics #politicalcommunication
We’d love to hear from you — take a look around and let us know what you think!
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediastudies #mediaethics #journalism #journalismstudies #politics #politicalcommunication
September 2, 2025 at 3:52 PM
3/3:
We’d love to hear from you — take a look around and let us know what you think!
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediastudies #mediaethics #journalism #journalismstudies #politics #politicalcommunication
We’d love to hear from you — take a look around and let us know what you think!
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediastudies #mediaethics #journalism #journalismstudies #politics #politicalcommunication
📺 “The BBC’s survival is at stake.”
That was the stark warning from James Harding, former BBC director of news and now Observer editor-in-chief, during his MacTaggart lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival.
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TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
That was the stark warning from James Harding, former BBC director of news and now Observer editor-in-chief, during his MacTaggart lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival.
🔗 tinyurl.com/5eh8ak4x
TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
Protect BBC’s independence in case of Farage government, ex-news head urges
James Harding says it is ‘recklessly complacent’ to assume Trump-style attacks on media could never happen in UK
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August 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
📺 “The BBC’s survival is at stake.”
That was the stark warning from James Harding, former BBC director of news and now Observer editor-in-chief, during his MacTaggart lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival.
🔗 tinyurl.com/5eh8ak4x
TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
That was the stark warning from James Harding, former BBC director of news and now Observer editor-in-chief, during his MacTaggart lecture at the Edinburgh TV Festival.
🔗 tinyurl.com/5eh8ak4x
TLDR 👇
#impartialityproject #impartiality #BBC
TLDR (3/5):
✅ What people want from news providers: honesty, accuracy, topical knowledge, and authenticity. But Americans are divided on whether journalists should advocate for their communities, and most don’t want them to express personal political or religious views.
#impartialityproject
✅ What people want from news providers: honesty, accuracy, topical knowledge, and authenticity. But Americans are divided on whether journalists should advocate for their communities, and most don’t want them to express personal political or religious views.
#impartialityproject
August 22, 2025 at 11:16 AM
TLDR (3/5):
✅ What people want from news providers: honesty, accuracy, topical knowledge, and authenticity. But Americans are divided on whether journalists should advocate for their communities, and most don’t want them to express personal political or religious views.
#impartialityproject
✅ What people want from news providers: honesty, accuracy, topical knowledge, and authenticity. But Americans are divided on whether journalists should advocate for their communities, and most don’t want them to express personal political or religious views.
#impartialityproject
🧵 (2/7)
Reform UK received almost as much attention as Plaid Cymru, driven by Nigel Farage’s visibility & the Nathan Gill controversy.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalreporting #politicaljournalism #journalism #politicalcommunication #Caerphilly #Caerphillybyelection
Reform UK received almost as much attention as Plaid Cymru, driven by Nigel Farage’s visibility & the Nathan Gill controversy.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalreporting #politicaljournalism #journalism #politicalcommunication #Caerphilly #Caerphillybyelection
November 6, 2025 at 2:10 PM
🧵 (2/7)
Reform UK received almost as much attention as Plaid Cymru, driven by Nigel Farage’s visibility & the Nathan Gill controversy.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalreporting #politicaljournalism #journalism #politicalcommunication #Caerphilly #Caerphillybyelection
Reform UK received almost as much attention as Plaid Cymru, driven by Nigel Farage’s visibility & the Nathan Gill controversy.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #politicalreporting #politicaljournalism #journalism #politicalcommunication #Caerphilly #Caerphillybyelection
TLDR (1/5)
The ECU said chants led by the duo, taken together, could be seen as antisemitic and offensive, but noted they were directed at institutions rather than individuals.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
The ECU said chants led by the duo, taken together, could be seen as antisemitic and offensive, but noted they were directed at institutions rather than individuals.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
September 29, 2025 at 2:18 PM
TLDR (1/5)
The ECU said chants led by the duo, taken together, could be seen as antisemitic and offensive, but noted they were directed at institutions rather than individuals.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
The ECU said chants led by the duo, taken together, could be seen as antisemitic and offensive, but noted they were directed at institutions rather than individuals.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics #mediastandards #journalism #journalismstudies
TLDR (2/):
Other considerations include feasibility (71%), future harm potential (54%), and public requests (47%). Notably, political “side” ranks lowest, cited by only 26% of organisations.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #factchecking
Other considerations include feasibility (71%), future harm potential (54%), and public requests (47%). Notably, political “side” ranks lowest, cited by only 26% of organisations.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #factchecking
August 13, 2025 at 2:22 PM
TLDR (2/):
Other considerations include feasibility (71%), future harm potential (54%), and public requests (47%). Notably, political “side” ranks lowest, cited by only 26% of organisations.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #factchecking
Other considerations include feasibility (71%), future harm potential (54%), and public requests (47%). Notably, political “side” ranks lowest, cited by only 26% of organisations.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #factchecking
TLDR (3/7):
Not an industry outlier: Google previously made a similar move, citing comparable compliance challenges.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #mediabias #mediareporting #politicalreporting #politicalbias #journalism #journalismethics
Not an industry outlier: Google previously made a similar move, citing comparable compliance challenges.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #mediabias #mediareporting #politicalreporting #politicalbias #journalism #journalismethics
July 29, 2025 at 1:46 PM
TLDR (3/7):
Not an industry outlier: Google previously made a similar move, citing comparable compliance challenges.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #mediabias #mediareporting #politicalreporting #politicalbias #journalism #journalismethics
Not an industry outlier: Google previously made a similar move, citing comparable compliance challenges.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #mediabias #mediareporting #politicalreporting #politicalbias #journalism #journalismethics
🧵 3/4
It’s a fascinating, nuanced piece that captures the BBC’s current crossroads — balancing regulation, trust, & creative freedom at a time when democratic guardrails feel increasingly fragile.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #BBC #journalism #journalismethics #mediastudies
It’s a fascinating, nuanced piece that captures the BBC’s current crossroads — balancing regulation, trust, & creative freedom at a time when democratic guardrails feel increasingly fragile.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #BBC #journalism #journalismethics #mediastudies
November 11, 2025 at 10:07 AM
🧵 3/4
It’s a fascinating, nuanced piece that captures the BBC’s current crossroads — balancing regulation, trust, & creative freedom at a time when democratic guardrails feel increasingly fragile.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #BBC #journalism #journalismethics #mediastudies
It’s a fascinating, nuanced piece that captures the BBC’s current crossroads — balancing regulation, trust, & creative freedom at a time when democratic guardrails feel increasingly fragile.
#impartiality #impartialityproject #BBC #journalism #journalismethics #mediastudies
📉 The 2025 Canadian federal election has been branded “the most poorly covered election in modern Canadian history.”
This story really highlights the importance of impartial political news 👇
🔗 www.niemanlab.org/2025/08/why-...
TLDR 👇
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics
This story really highlights the importance of impartial political news 👇
🔗 www.niemanlab.org/2025/08/why-...
TLDR 👇
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics
Why the 2025 election was the “most poorly covered election in modern Canadian history”
A poll found 70% of Canadians said more local news in their area would have made them better informed about the election.
www.niemanlab.org
August 18, 2025 at 12:51 PM
📉 The 2025 Canadian federal election has been branded “the most poorly covered election in modern Canadian history.”
This story really highlights the importance of impartial political news 👇
🔗 www.niemanlab.org/2025/08/why-...
TLDR 👇
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics
This story really highlights the importance of impartial political news 👇
🔗 www.niemanlab.org/2025/08/why-...
TLDR 👇
#impartiality #impartialityproject #mediaethics
This review signals a broader challenge for broadcasters navigating editorial risk, accountability, & credibility under public scrutiny.
#editorialstandards #accountability #credibility #BBC #Ofcom #impartialityproject
#editorialstandards #accountability #credibility #BBC #Ofcom #impartialityproject
July 15, 2025 at 9:11 AM
This review signals a broader challenge for broadcasters navigating editorial risk, accountability, & credibility under public scrutiny.
#editorialstandards #accountability #credibility #BBC #Ofcom #impartialityproject
#editorialstandards #accountability #credibility #BBC #Ofcom #impartialityproject
A @niemanlab.org article by @jonathanstray.bsky.social challenges the conventional notion of journalistic “objectivity”.
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TLDR 👇
Another one for the #impartialityproject with @stephencushion.bsky.social, @mattwalshjourno.bsky.social, @maxwellmodell.bsky.social & myself.
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TLDR 👇
Another one for the #impartialityproject with @stephencushion.bsky.social, @mattwalshjourno.bsky.social, @maxwellmodell.bsky.social & myself.
“Objectivity” in journalism is a tricky concept. What could replace it?
"For a long time, 'objectivity' packaged together many important ideas about truth and trust. American journalism has disowned that brand without offering a replacement."
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July 16, 2025 at 12:45 PM
A @niemanlab.org article by @jonathanstray.bsky.social challenges the conventional notion of journalistic “objectivity”.
🔗 tinyurl.com/323c8bpu
TLDR 👇
Another one for the #impartialityproject with @stephencushion.bsky.social, @mattwalshjourno.bsky.social, @maxwellmodell.bsky.social & myself.
🔗 tinyurl.com/323c8bpu
TLDR 👇
Another one for the #impartialityproject with @stephencushion.bsky.social, @mattwalshjourno.bsky.social, @maxwellmodell.bsky.social & myself.
TLDR (4/5):
Some staff and former policymakers warn this move could benefit competitors like GB News in gaining perceived relevance. Culture and Media Committee Chair Caroline Dinenage described it as “surprising” given the BBC’s scale at events like Glastonbury.
#impartialityproject #politicslive
Some staff and former policymakers warn this move could benefit competitors like GB News in gaining perceived relevance. Culture and Media Committee Chair Caroline Dinenage described it as “surprising” given the BBC’s scale at events like Glastonbury.
#impartialityproject #politicslive
July 28, 2025 at 9:53 AM
TLDR (4/5):
Some staff and former policymakers warn this move could benefit competitors like GB News in gaining perceived relevance. Culture and Media Committee Chair Caroline Dinenage described it as “surprising” given the BBC’s scale at events like Glastonbury.
#impartialityproject #politicslive
Some staff and former policymakers warn this move could benefit competitors like GB News in gaining perceived relevance. Culture and Media Committee Chair Caroline Dinenage described it as “surprising” given the BBC’s scale at events like Glastonbury.
#impartialityproject #politicslive
TLDR (1/5):
The episode, which also featured comments footage from Nigel Farage’s YouTube channel, was judged not to have provided adequate reflection of the government’s position — a key requirement under Section Five of Ofcom’s Broadcasting Code.
#impartialityproject #Ofcom #impartality
The episode, which also featured comments footage from Nigel Farage’s YouTube channel, was judged not to have provided adequate reflection of the government’s position — a key requirement under Section Five of Ofcom’s Broadcasting Code.
#impartialityproject #Ofcom #impartality
November 4, 2025 at 12:14 PM
TLDR (1/5):
The episode, which also featured comments footage from Nigel Farage’s YouTube channel, was judged not to have provided adequate reflection of the government’s position — a key requirement under Section Five of Ofcom’s Broadcasting Code.
#impartialityproject #Ofcom #impartality
The episode, which also featured comments footage from Nigel Farage’s YouTube channel, was judged not to have provided adequate reflection of the government’s position — a key requirement under Section Five of Ofcom’s Broadcasting Code.
#impartialityproject #Ofcom #impartality
TLDR (3/3):
Ofcom has now launched its own probe under its rule against misleading factual content.
BBC Director‑General Tim Davie apologised and outlined reforms, including stronger editorial oversight, background checks, and a new oversight role at board level.
#impartialityproject
Ofcom has now launched its own probe under its rule against misleading factual content.
BBC Director‑General Tim Davie apologised and outlined reforms, including stronger editorial oversight, background checks, and a new oversight role at board level.
#impartialityproject
July 15, 2025 at 9:11 AM
TLDR (3/3):
Ofcom has now launched its own probe under its rule against misleading factual content.
BBC Director‑General Tim Davie apologised and outlined reforms, including stronger editorial oversight, background checks, and a new oversight role at board level.
#impartialityproject
Ofcom has now launched its own probe under its rule against misleading factual content.
BBC Director‑General Tim Davie apologised and outlined reforms, including stronger editorial oversight, background checks, and a new oversight role at board level.
#impartialityproject
TLDR (2/3):
Ofcom noted that delayed internal action in both cases raises serious concerns about the BBC’s ability to uphold its editorial standards and maintain audience confidence.
#impartialityproject #BBC #Ofcom #mediastandards #editorialstandards
Ofcom noted that delayed internal action in both cases raises serious concerns about the BBC’s ability to uphold its editorial standards and maintain audience confidence.
#impartialityproject #BBC #Ofcom #mediastandards #editorialstandards
July 21, 2025 at 8:46 AM
TLDR (2/3):
Ofcom noted that delayed internal action in both cases raises serious concerns about the BBC’s ability to uphold its editorial standards and maintain audience confidence.
#impartialityproject #BBC #Ofcom #mediastandards #editorialstandards
Ofcom noted that delayed internal action in both cases raises serious concerns about the BBC’s ability to uphold its editorial standards and maintain audience confidence.
#impartialityproject #BBC #Ofcom #mediastandards #editorialstandards
TLDR (3/3):
🎯 Why this matters
This is a timely example of the complex challenges facing broadcasters as they navigate impartiality, editorial oversight, and accountability—especially in live or high-risk reporting environments.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #editorialstandards #mediaethics
🎯 Why this matters
This is a timely example of the complex challenges facing broadcasters as they navigate impartiality, editorial oversight, and accountability—especially in live or high-risk reporting environments.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #editorialstandards #mediaethics
July 21, 2025 at 8:46 AM
TLDR (3/3):
🎯 Why this matters
This is a timely example of the complex challenges facing broadcasters as they navigate impartiality, editorial oversight, and accountability—especially in live or high-risk reporting environments.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #editorialstandards #mediaethics
🎯 Why this matters
This is a timely example of the complex challenges facing broadcasters as they navigate impartiality, editorial oversight, and accountability—especially in live or high-risk reporting environments.
#impartialityproject #impartiality #editorialstandards #mediaethics