I think that is a loaded question, nevertheless it can be answered on a number of different levels. Journalism, to me, is the act of finding topics that are of interest to the public and publishing them; one can publish nowadays in a variety of media, for example: Facebook, Twitter, Blogger, etc. Journalism in the 21st century is no longer limited to newspaper or broadcast organizations.
Journalism brings people together. An informed public is the strength of any nation. The first Amendment is one of the most important writings in history. I believe the American example of what journalism is and can be is a shining example for nations around the world.
Journalism is the creator of public opinion. It can sway voters. It can invoke powerful emotions in people: anger, sadness, happiness, etc. The power of journalism is great, and unfortunately I think journalists today know that and take advantage of it. I believe that journalists have a responsibility to find the truth and report it and let the public make their own opinion.
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