Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS, recently settled a lawsuit with President Trump regarding an interview with Kamala Harris. This settlement raises significant questions about journalistic integrity and accountability. John Dickerson emphasized the importance of public trust in journalism, noting that news reporters have a responsibility to accurately represent the concerns of the audience. He pointed out the potential dangers of a misguided journalistic mission and the obstacles faced in delivering accurate news. The settlement brings into question the ability of journalists to hold powerful figures accountable after financial agreements.
Public figures have taught us that misguided mission can do more harm than brute force. We pride ourselves on our BS detector, so it ought to work on ourselves, too.
Can you hold power to account after paying it millions? Can an audience trust you when it thinks you've traded away that oversight?
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