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A Practical Approach to Journalism Ethics—Freedom of Expression Series
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April 20, 2016

Remaining loyal to the public—above all other interests—is a core principle of ethical journalism. © AP Images
Remaining loyal to the public—above all other interests—is a core principle of ethical journalism.
© AP Images

The core principle of journalism ethics is to report facts fully and truthfully. Journalists adopt and uphold ethical standards that help ensure their work serves the values of truth, transparency and community. By doing so, individual journalists and the organizations that publish their work earn public confidence in their competence and integrity.

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