Journalism is not a favour to those in power

THERE is a troubling misconception among some people in positions of power that journalists should know when to stop asking questions, soften their reporting or, more importantly, look the other way.

Sometimes, the expectation comes through telephone calls, intermediaries and colleagues appealing for an end to stories considered damaging to someone’s reputation.

But journalism is not about protecting reputations.

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