MEDIA: The Police Beat

 

Reporting is difficult.

And actual police reporting is even more so, especially when there has been a death.

 Here's a reminder that the same journalism ethics that should be in effect for political reporters should also cover those covering police:

 

"Skepticism of police statements should be a basic requirement of competent journalism, but it is particularly critical in times like this, when police have a reason to lie. The police are angry at the attempted murder of two officers, and they want other people to be angry, so they are not even trying to provide an accurate account of events. Instead, they are trying to build a case against Black Lives Matter"

                                                  See the entire article HERE. 

 Reporters must remember they are supposed to presume innocence, especially on the part of suspects, but also for officers. Stick to the facts, and consider the source.