Debating the Future of Conservative Media

At the outset, let me say I vigorously support the right of someone to hold an opinion and to publish it. I am not trying to silence your opinion, even if I disagree with it. But even opinion journalists are held to a standard of professionalism. Reporting uncorroborated rumors is not one of them. But seeking comment from those who are criticized is one. The SPJ Code of Ethics makes these two points clearly. "Verify information before releasing it." and "Diligently seek subjects of news coverage to allow them to respond to criticism or allegations of wrongdoing," SPJ declares.