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December 13th 2007 The Academy, Propaganda, Journalism

Unfettered ‘citizen journalism’ too risky | ajc.com

But we have already seen the line between news and entertainment blur enough to destroy significant credibility. Continuing to do nothing as information flow changes will further erode it. Journalism organizations who choose to do nothing may soon find the line between professional and citizen journalism gone as well as the trust of their audiences.

He’s just got his academic and journalistic panties in a wad because a much smaller group of people are willing to swallow whatever swill the journo-pits pump out without tasting it first.

Your reputation wasn’t murdered, dummy. It was a victim of suicide.

UPDATE: Chuck Simmins responds.

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  • Billy Hollis
    December 13th, 2007 | #1

    I saw it at Insty, and couldn’t believe my eyes. I actually did my first fisking on someone. Arrogance cubed.

  • Tully
    December 13th, 2007 | #2

    That’s definitely the money quote….

    But I fear there’s more going on than meets the eye there.

  • Alfred Centauri
    December 14th, 2007 | #3

    I literally laughed out loud when I read…

    Journalism schools such as mine at the University of Georgia should create mini-courses to certify citizen journalists in proper ethics and procedures

    Physician, heal thyself!

  • Chuck Simmins
    December 14th, 2007 | #4

    Thanks, Bill!

    This guy left network news 20 years ago for academia. He’s done some consulting, but he’s certainly not a 21st century journalist.

    I also know that he has no conception of what it takes to become a paramedic. Two large bore IV’s for him the next time he calls 911.

  • Alfred Centauri
    December 14th, 2007 | #5

    But I fear there’s more going on

    Weasel Word Alert (1):

    a person who regularly gathers, prepares, collects,…

    What is the legal definition regularly?

    Weasel Word Alert (2):

    for a substantial portion of the person’s livelihood or for substantial financial gain

    What is the legal definition of substantial?

  • PersonFromPorlock
    December 14th, 2007 | #6

    Mr. Hazinski is confused. The function of ‘citizen’ journalists is to bear witness to events; the function of ‘professional’ journalists is to provide entertaining filler to go between the ads. There really isn’t any conflict.

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