I love journalism. I love news and informing people. I love telling their stories. One of the most important rules in journalism is to NEVER BE BIASED.
Unfortunately, I have seen stories by well-known reporters that are bias. I don't agree with it.
Just like every other person, I have my own opinions and beliefs. I want to fight for what I believe is right for me. Since my career is made up of telling the news and how it can affect the public, I know that my two cents should never be involved with what I report. That's Journalism Ethics 101.
Some of the most controversial topics are occurring right now in Texas and in the United States. The list includes abortion, immigration reform and the Affordable Health Care Act. Even though I choose to not voice my opinion as I inform the public over social media or write articles based on these topics, I do have my own opinions. You will never read them in my writing and that is a promise.
Yet, I find it satisfying that even though I can't always speak my mind due to my role as a journalist, I am proud that I am able to tell the public the truth of what will occur during some issues. Recently, as the House Bill 2 was passed, I informed my audience via Facebook and Twitter letting them know plenty of details about the bill. I want people to be informed and know what or who they are voting and fighting for. It is extremely rewarding to me.
I may not be able to make a difference with my opinions but I hope to make a difference by informing YOU, the people who matter the most.
I definitely think that there is a great deal of skill that comes from you holding back your opinion. I have been keeping an eye on your stories and I must say that you do an awesome job of sticking to the facts. I've seen it time and time again when the public's minds get poisoned when they hear something on the news or read something off the internet that includes a lot of opinion.
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