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SPJ is the oldest, most broad-based journalism organization dedicated to improving journalism and protecting the First Amendment. 317-927-8000. #FreePressFriday

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Society of Professional Journalists
7 years
An attack on a free press by a sitting US president is a slap in the face to democracy, our country's founders and the American people.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
7 years
The FAKE NEWS media (failing @nytimes , @NBCNews , @ABC , @CBS , @CNN ) is not my enemy, it is the enemy of the American People!
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4 years
Please stop attacking journalists covering protests. They are there to tell YOUR story. #1stamendment
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Ian Smith
4 years
I’m was attacked by protestors downtown by the arena. They stomped and kicked me. I’m bruised and bloody but alive. My camera was destroyed. Another group of protesters pulled me out and saved my life. Thank you! @KDKA
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7 years
Despite what President Trump says, journalists love the USA. We go to work each day to inform people about OUR country. #EPluribusUnum
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Brian Stelter
7 years
Trump flirting with "enemy of the American people" rhetoric again: "I really think they don't like our country. I really believe that."
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4 years
"'Farrow and team will investigate threats, intimidation and violence directed at journalists working to expose corruption and abuse by governments, corporations and other powerful interests,' HBO said in the announcement."
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3 years
This is repugnant. Journalism is protected by the U.S. Constitution. Journalists must not be intimidated, attacked or harassed for doing their job.
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"If you’re a good journalist, there are going to be people on both sides of the political aisle that will get mad at times, and my job is to just focus on being as fair as I possibly can be..." 2021 Fellow of the Society @Yamiche told Quill.
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4 years
In a statement the publishers of @nytimes , @WSJ and @washingtonpost said: “The media is collateral damage in a diplomatic dispute between the Chinese and U.S. governments, threatening to deprive the world of critical information at a perilous moment.”
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ICYMI: SPJ is outraged by the expelling of U.S. journalists from China, a country where the need for independent press is paramount, especially during the current coronavirus pandemic. We urge Beijing to reverse this decision.
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"You ask how I’m doing. At the moment I’m — I’ve got one leg. I’ve got no feet. I see through one eye. Got one workable hand. I was burnt all over. And I feel stronger, I feel more confident than I ever have, @BenjaminHallFNC said."
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4 years
The arrest of @OmarJimenez and @CNN crew by @MnDPS_MSP is a clear abridgment of #pressfreedoms . These journalists work ethically — and often in harm's way — to bring important news to the public. The reporters' unwarranted arrest is inexcusable.
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Society of Professional Journalists
7 years
Objectivity and equivalence are not the same. Journalists should call out racism, Antisemitism and discrimination.
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Society of Professional Journalists
6 years
President Trump, the press has thick skin. We expect politicians to share that quality.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
I will be announcing THE MOST DISHONEST & CORRUPT MEDIA AWARDS OF THE YEAR on Monday at 5:00 o’clock. Subjects will cover Dishonesty & Bad Reporting in various categories from the Fake News Media. Stay tuned!
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SPJ is deeply concerned about the raid on the Marion County Record. SPJ is offering help covering up to $20,000 in legal fees for the newsroom, and condemns this brazen action taken by law enforcement to stop the flow of information.
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6 years
Journalism matters, folks.
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NBC News
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Prosecutor in Larry Nassar case: “We, as a society, need investigative journalists more than ever.” Without reporters and the first victim to speak out publicly, “he would still be practicing medicine – treating athletes and abusing kids,” she said.
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"SPJ is concerned that @Twitter has suspended the accounts of several high-profile journalists known to cover the platform and its owner @elonmusk ," SPJ National President @clairemariereg1 said. (1/3)
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. @SPJ_IC 's next #ICTalk is on “ #PressFreedom Threats in Hong Kong” with @EricWishart . Join the discussion at 6 p.m. EST today to hear about the changes that have taken place in #HongKong in the past year and why they affect #journalists everywhere.
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Advice from @nhannahjones to young journalists: "You can't control anything outside yourself but you can control your own work ethic and the excellence of what you produce. In the end, that's gonna be the best card you're gonna have to play." #SPJ2020 Fellow Feature
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"And if you don’t have journalists on the ground, if you don’t have journalists holding Putin accountable for what he’s doing, then it’s just gonna be Russian-led propaganda. I think it’s very important for people to see reality," @lynseyaddario said.
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We couldn’t be happier with @TIME ’s choice for Person of the Year. In 2018, journalists gave their lives and freedom in pursuit of telling the truth. Their sacrifices deserve to be recognized. #TIMEPOY
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“We need a press that is diverse, truth seeking and empathetically connected to the lives of everyday Americans." — @Yamiche , 2021 SPJ Fellow of the Society #FreePressFriday
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4 years
SPJ asks police officers to let journalists do their jobs in covering the #GeorgeFloyd protests. Take a moment and think before you take action against a journalist there to do their job. Treat us with the same respect and dignity that you would want.
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Libel laws apply to false statements. Reporting the truth & practicing responsible, ethical #journalism trumps that. #PressthePrez
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
7 years
The failing @nytimes has disgraced the media world. Gotten me wrong for two solid years. Change libel laws?
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3 years
“While this case takes aim at the right to peaceful assembly, there is no doubt that the Chinese authorities are pursuing a campaign of intimidation against Jimmy Lai due to his role at Next Digital and Apple Daily..." @scott_f_griffen said.
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Keep a free press free. Bottom line: access for all #journalists , not just those you like. #PressthePrez
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1 year
@MyNews13 We offer our deepest sympathy to this journalist's family, friends and colleagues and hope the second Spectrum News 13 journalist is safe and recovers quickly from their injuries.
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"For some reason, and despite all assurances from reporters to the contrary, Hollywood is stuck on the idea that female journalists are having sexual relationships with their bosses, their sources, or both."
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SPJ, @aaja @nabj @naja and @nahj are outraged over reports on Tuesday that the Minnesota state police threatened to arrest journalists covering the protests if they did not leave. This growing nationwide trend among law enforcement agencies is unacceptable. #PressFreedom
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For journalists covering the #IsraelHamasConflict , keep the SPJ Code of Ethics in mind and check out these resources. 🧵 Journalists need to "take responsibility for the accuracy of their work. Verify information before releasing it. Use original sources whenever possible."
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3 years
"It is impossible to overstate the dangerous precedent Mr. Assange’s indictment under the Espionage Act and possible extradition sets: Every national security journalist who reports on classified information now faces possible Espionage Act charges."
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. @RebeccaAguilar has been sworn in as the 105th national president of the Society of Professional Journalists. She became the first Latina national president of SPJ in its 112-year history tonight.
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“In 14 months the Filipino government has filed 11 cases [against me] ... My only crime is to be a journalist, to speak truth to power,” @mariaressa of @rapplerdotcom told the audience at the @TIME 100 gala.
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"Journalists for RTHK said they had been warned that their pay could be docked to cover the costs of censored programs. The broadcaster’s journalists are uncertain about where the new limits are and how to go about their work, ...employees said"
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#ICYMI @JOEtheMORTON joins the All-Star cast to perform #AllthePresidentsMen later this month in Los Angeles.
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"The Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School is pleased to announce that @brianstelter will join the center as the Fall 2022 Walter Shorenstein Media and Democracy Fellow."
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"I would hate to feel that we gave democracy up voluntarily. We are all exhausted, we are old, this is exhausting. But you’re in that relay race, and it’s all uphill and you keep getting pushed back, and you gotta keep going,” said @mariaressa .
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SPJ Prez @lwalsh : "It is never acceptable to physically harm or arrest a journalist who is simply trying to do his or her job." @Bencjacobs
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It’s Thank a Journalist Day! Know a journalist who deserves recognition? Did a story stick with you months after you read it? Now is the time to show #gratitude . #thankajournalist
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SPJ President @AshantiBlaize on the arrest of @fox7austin photojournalist: "This is a clear violation of the First Amendment. SPJ stands with all journalists in their efforts to seek truth and report it, a commanding principle in the SPJ Code of Ethics."
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Society of Professional Journalists
6 years
Keep the SPJ Code of Ethics with you wherever you go. Download Code of Ethics posters, book marks and flyers for free here:
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The @KCStar has been selected to receive the Eugene S. Pulliam First Amendment Award for its work in exposing the secrecy of state government in Kansas last year.
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“Fox does this every time they come up with some sort of message that they want to push, and they try to get Republicans to adopt it, and they try to get the mainstream press to adopt it as well,” @MattGertz said.
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Student journalists from the Daily Iowan, a non-profit paper, have purchased two local newspapers saving them from shutting down. University of Iowa students will help the papers cover the community.
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"SPJ is deeply saddened by the reports from Annapolis, Maryland, that a shooter entered the Annapolis Capital Gazette building and shot several people. Our hearts go out to the victims and their family, friends and colleagues."
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SPJ is thrilled to welcome @Yamiche , @Maria_Hinojosa , @cptime and @BarbaraJWalters as Fellows of the Society, the highest professional honor awarded by SPJ, for extraordinary contribution to the profession of journalism.
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Please consider donating to the GoFundMe account set up for journalists and their families at the Capital Gazette. SPJ has already committed $3,500, and that number is sure to grow. Help reach the $50,000 goal.
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“I got into journalism because I feel like we have to do better and if we’re not going to do better, I’m not going to let us sit comfortably and pretend that everything is OK.” — @nhannahjones #FreePressFriday
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SPJ understands that the community of Annapolis, Maryland, is mourning the loss of family, friends and colleagues. Please consider donating to support the Capital Gazette journalists and their families.
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As of today, 1240 journalists have signed onto an open letter condemning Israel’s killing of reporters in Gaza and criticizing Western media’s coverage of the war.
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Happy #WorldPressFreedomDay ! Today, we celebrate 25 years of days dedicated to honoring and promoting #PressFreedom .
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SPJ works hard to protect freedom of speech and press, but we’re not the only ones — that’s why we regularly partner with journalism and open-government organizations. #powerinnumbers #pressfreedom
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SPJ is concerned about X’s lawsuit against @mmfa . "This lawsuit blatantly targets First Amendment rights and free speech. Media organizations must be allowed to hold the powerful accountable,” said SPJ President @AshantiBlaize .
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We need your help to encourage a climate in which journalism can be practiced more freely and fully. Get involved. Become engaged. Stand with us and add your voice to the critical fight for press freedoms.
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Journalists are covering these stories to inform the public. Don’t threaten or harass them for doing their jobs, which are protected by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, btw. #arizona #Elections2020
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Kim Powell
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My photographer and I have left after one protester threatened us and said he would find where we live. We are filing a police report.
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Journalists covering protests: Show compassion for those who may be affected by coverage. Weigh consequences of reporting personal info. Balance public's need for info against potential harm or discomfort. Refer to #SPJCodeofEthics for more guidance.
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"This video is dangerous & disturbing. It gives further fuel to the president's anti-press position, suggesting that violence against journalists is acceptable and even humorous," said SPJ Prez @pattinewberry . SPJ also calls on Trump to condemn the video.
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We ❤️ #LoveMyNewspaper day!
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"The extra labor Black reporters take on to push for change and advocate for better coverage of communities of color is not often acknowledged or rewarded."
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The SPJ Code of Ethics is an important resource for journalists everywhere. It is always available for reference, and it’s interactive, too! #PressForEthics
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220+ Minnesota newspapers published mostly blank front pages today to show importance of local news. Image: @Newseum
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"I have done nothing except to be a journalist and I will not stop being a journalist, no matter how ridiculous the statements are that come from Secretary Panelo," @mariaressa said in an interview on @60Minutes .
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Journalists across the country work hard every day to bring important information to you. The threats made against them are real and dangerous. Show your support for journalists and ethical journalism through a gift of just $10 to the SPJ General Fund.
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After reviewing the video from yesterday’s White House press conference, the Society of Professional Journalists stands with @Acosta , @CNN and the many other #journalism organizations showing solidarity with them.
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Some of journalism’s greatest contributions to society are built on documents and information leaked from employees of governments and private organizations. SPJ keeps this list of reputable news organizations offering secure pathways to leak information.
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To David Gilkey, Zabihullah Tamanna and all who risk lives to seek and report truth, we say this: Thank you. RIP.
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"The news organizations said that they partnered with Assange more than a decade ago to reveal 'corruption, diplomatic scandals & spy affairs on an international scale,' & that the trove of records he made available is still being mined by journalists..."
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"Do whatever it takes to stay focused on getting to the truth. Don't pay any attention to the haters. They just zap your energy." Wise words from SPJ's youngest member, @orangestreetnew . Read our Q&A here:
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#Freelancers : Get Busy! It's not easy being a freelancer, so why not help us help editors find you? If you're not a part of SPJ's Freelancer Directory, there's no time like now to join. Best of all: If you're an SPJ Member, it won't cost you a thing.
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The Diversity Style Guide was created to help journalists cover a complex, multicultural world with accuracy, authority and sensitivity. It contains 700+ words related to race, disability, immigration, sexuality and gender identity, drugs and geography.
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"I think the time for talk is over. We are institutions that seek to hold other powerful institutions accountable, but seem unwilling to hold ourselves accountable. We've got to do better." @nhannahjones said at her #SPJ2020 Fellow Feature.
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Happy Valentine's Day from SPJ! Share with your Valentine on deadline. ❤️❤️❤️  #SPJLove #JournalistValentines
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SPJ members believe that public enlightenment is the forerunner of justice and the foundation of democracy. Ethical journalism strives to ensure the free exchange of information that is accurate, fair and thorough. Read more of the SPJ Code of Ethics.
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SPJ and other organizations will keep fighting for more government transparency because we feel the fight is crucial for a safer, more informed society that holds government offices and officials accountable. For information on PIO restrictions, go here:
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“My mother was a wonderful woman and a fantastic reporter,” [Winters] Geimer said. “Her life was a gift to everyone who knew her and the world will not be the same without her."
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In this article, @washingtonpost Media Critic @ErikWemple provides a side-by-side comparison of how The New York Times and NBC dealt with adversity when reporting the Weinstein story by contrasting information from "She Said" and "Catch and Kill."
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SPJ is thrilled to welcome @PostBaron , @nhannahjones , @jorgeramosnews , @LesZaitz and, posthumously, Gwen Ifill, as Fellows of the Society, the highest professional honor awarded by SPJ, for extraordinary contribution to the profession of journalism.
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"The charge represents the gravest legal danger yet for Lai, who has become a frequent target of the Hong Kong government and its Communist Party backers in Beijing."
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SPJ National President @lwalsh on today's events: The public deserves information from their #government officials #PressthePrez
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"The virality of the Buttigieg misquote... also indicates how the intensifying speed and reach of inaccurate information threatens to further erode public trust in the news at the same time audiences retreat further into ideological bubbles."
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SPJ recognizes @jdelreal the recipient of the 2019 New America Award for his @nytimes series “Brown Water for Brown People: California's Overlooked Drinking Water Crisis." The award honors journalism that explores issues of US immigrant/ethnic communities.
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"The best way to show the public that we are not 'the enemy' is by telling accurate, fair, truthful stories. By showing that we care about the people and communities we cover. By acting ethically at all times." @MsRebeccaBaker #FreePress
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If you've ever wondered how @nytimes puts together its front page, below is an interesting thread. And to those of you who design pages, how does this compare to your process?
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SPJ has chosen @macloo , a professor at @UF , as recipient of the Distinguished Teaching in Journalism Award. She created coding courses for journalism students that took them from “I know nothing about coding” to high-end news app developers.
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Again, to quote @mnspj from earlier today, “Police, State Patrol and other law enforcement officers should be well aware of the importance of the media whose job it is to document and report on breaking news for the benefit of the general public." #1stamendment
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Shawn Reynolds
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Wow. VIDEO: Louisville Police Officer shoots @wave3news reporter @KaitlinRustWAVE with rubber bullets
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It's #LoveMyNewspaper day! Take time to give your favorite newspaper, story and journalist a shout out.
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We stand with those who stand for others. @AP @TIME A free press means ALL press. #PressthePrez
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At 2:33 p.m. Thursday, join newsrooms around the globe in a moment of silence to honor the five @capgaznews employees who were lost in last week’s deadly attack.
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. @Yamiche : "Diversity needs to be a core part of newsrooms...We need to have more people of color; we need to have more women. We need to have more people who grew up in different communities, not just L.A. or New York, but also the middle of the country."
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SPJ, @aaja @nabj @najournalists and @nahj are outraged over reports on Tuesday that the Minnesota state police threatened to arrest journalists covering the protests if they did not leave. This growing nationwide trend among law enforcement agencies is unacceptable. #PressFreedom
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SPJ is happy to recognize @chucktodd as a Fellow of the Society. Congratulations. #EIJ18
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"It wasn’t until a @ProPublica reporter obtained audio of children wailing inside a detention center that the story spurred widespread action. Within ten days, a federal judge ordered a halt to the policy. What cut through? The voices of children."
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SPJ recognizes the best collegiate journalism in the country with the 2019 Mark of Excellence Awards national winners. Congratulations to all the student winners who produced these outstanding works worthy of a national honor!
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"News is what someone wants suppressed. Everything else is advertising. The power is to set the agenda. What we print and what we don’t print matter a lot." — Katharine Graham. #PressForEthics
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Journalists covering the shooting in #Highland Park should follow the SPJ Code of Ethics. You must balance the public’s need for information against potential harm or discomfort. Pursuit of the news is not a license for arrogance or undue intrusiveness.
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Whether journalism awards are given to recognize ethical, powerful stories, or for “fake news” as we may see later today, it’s important to not dismiss the power that journalism has in communities across the country.
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Society of Professional Journalists
6 years
At 2:33 p.m. EDT today, please join newsrooms around the globe in a moment of silence to honor the five members of @capgaznews who were lost in last week's deadly attack.
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Society of Professional Journalists
7 years
The late Frank Deford on why some people become #journalists :
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Society of Professional Journalists
26 days
SPJ strongly condemns the removal of Colorado Sun reporter @fishnette from the Colorado State Republican Assembly. “Politicians don’t get to decide who covers them and doing so sets a dangerous precedent," said SPJ President @AshantiBlaize . Read more:
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Society of Professional Journalists
4 years
"We must be able to do our jobs safely. We call for an immediate end to law enforcement harassment and targeting of journalists who are clearly identified, not interfering in police activity and just doing their jobs: Bringing truth to the American people"
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