Kovach, Bill.

The elements of journalism : what newspeople should know and the public should expect / Bill Kovach & Tom Rosenstiel. - Revised and updated third edition. - xv, 332 pages ; 21 cm

Includes bibiographical references and index.

Introduction -- What is journalism for? -- Truth: the first and most confusing principle -- Who journalists work for -- Journalism of verification -- Independence from faction -- Monitor power and offer voice to the voiceless -- Journalism as a public forum -- Engagement and relevance -- Make the news comprehensive and proportional -- Journalists have a responsibility to conscience -- The rights and responsibilities of citizens.

9780804136785 (pbk.)

2013049716


Journalistic ethics.
Journalism--United States.

PN4756 / .K67 2014

071/.3