Changes in Journalism: Shift towards Fixed Narratives and Activist Journalism in Covering Israel

SOURCE www.thewrap.com
Journalist Matti Friedman discusses the shift towards fixed narratives and activist journalism in covering Israel, highlighting the decline in fact-based reporting.

Key Points

  • Matti Friedman experienced censorship by editors at the Associated Press in Jerusalem
  • Friedman observed a shift towards fixed narratives and activist journalism in covering the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
  • The decline in fact-based reporting poses a threat to journalistic integrity

Pros

  • Raises awareness about the decline in fact-based reporting in journalism
  • Brings attention to the impact of ideological voices in news coverage

Cons

  • Highlights the challenges faced by journalists in maintaining integrity in reporting