Here’s an interesting story about two CNN journalists who
were arrested while trying to sneak into the World Trade Center. Their assignment was to report on recent
security events at the site. There is
good supporting evidence that security is a problem here (e.g., the kid making it to the 104th floor, etc.)
The story has a good lede, detail and supporting photos of the two
men. While the nutgraf could be pulled
up a bit, the story hits the mark with respect to how far people will go to get
a good story. It would be interesting to know if these two make a habit of sneaking into places like this.
I especially liked how the CNN spokesperson made sure the
network’s position was clear by stating that the two were NOT supposed to sneak
in. Deniability at its finest. I visited the site a couple of months ago. It's quite a building.
Do you think the network’s position would have been different if the guys
had not been caught?
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We have all heard of journalists going above and beyond to get the truth or facts of a news story...but to lose your job or risk your life --- it better be the story of a life time and what your doing better be ethical (at least in my book).
ReplyDeleteCharles, thanks for posting. Terrorism in NYC weighs heavily. I would not try and break in or climb to the top of the building. I do worry about my loved ones in NYC. This type of reporting has revealed security lapses in airports, depots, borders, as well as the Towers. It was well written.
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