Nieman Lab
6 months agoThe Washington Post takes the "unusual step" of publishing graphic photos from mass shootings
Publishing photos from mass shootings can help people understand the full scope of the violence and trauma.
The Washington Post's multimedia package on the AR-15 and mass shootings has sparked a debate on the effectiveness of publishing graphic content.
The article received a strong emotional response from readers, with many expressing the need for wider distribution of the photos. [ more ]