When journalists become analysts they lose objectivity, credibility, and trust. It does not matter whether they deal with politics or sports. It does not matter whether the scope is local or global. Journalists must report the facts - yes, they should report them in manner that can be read and understood by the readers or viewers. In recent years journalists have lost this ability.
Let us see some examples. Is it for the journalists to characterise the post-caucus rally in Iowa by Dean as non-presidential, sophomoric, etc. Is it the role of the journalist to say that Iowans pick corn and New Hampsireans pick presidents! Is it the role of the journalists and their newspapers to endorse a candidate or view? Are the journalists assuming that they can and should think for their readers and viewers? Because the public is an idiot? When is being passionate about one's country or some ideal a less desirable trait?
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