Tag archive for ‘ethics’
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Another brick out of the wall: Evolving journalism ethics
Technology and the down economy have created a tumultuous time for ethical issues in the media industry. But it has also created a time of experimentation, out of which websites such as Bakersfield Express have been born. Join BE editor Jennifer Baldwin and other local news experts for a panel discussion on “The Future of Journalism Ethics” at 7 p.m., May 19, at CSUB.
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Media should have reported Ashburn’s orientation sooner
While it’s not the media’s responsibility to out people, Sen. Roy Ashburn’s anti-gay stance was reason enough for journalists to investigate rumors of his homosexuality, writes Christopher Meyers, director of the Kegley Institute of Ethics at CSUB.
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In digital age, journalism ethics are more vital than ever
Philosophy professor and director of the Kegley Institute of Ethics at CSUB, Christopher Meyers has published a new book by leading scholars. “Journalism Ethics, a Philosopher’s Approach” tackles ethics as traditional media meets new media online through blogs, celebrity news, and just plain “crud.”
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Before reform, health care must be deemed a right
America’s philosophy — that anyone who works can pursue anything — breaks down without health care, bioethics expert Art Caplan argued at CSUB Monday night.
