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Politics : PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH
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To: Ted Downs who wrote (103694)12/6/2000 7:49:23 PM
From: Mr. Whist  Read Replies (4) of 769667
 
Re: "But does Fox tell the truth. That's what I want to know. If so I'm one new viewer of Fox News. Slanted to appeal to the right-winger is ok if it's the truth."

The truth is hard to determine. So is the term "objectivity."

The truth cannot always be defined in terms of right-wing or left-wing. "Objectivity" also is a tough concept.

What is easier to determine is whether a news network is "fair." For instance, Rush Limbo is not fair because 99% of the time he only presents one side of an issue. I think we can all agree on this point.

So how does a major network be "fair"? Easy. Present both sides of the story in a nonpartisan way.

If Smith calls Jones slimeball, then the network needs to make an attempt to get Jones' side of the story. You tell both sides of the story.

Some networks try to do this; Fox, in my opinion, does not.

Why? Because it is driven by ratings, and has thrust itself into the mix by appealing to the Rush Limbo crowd.

If you wish to dial up Fox or Limbo to be entertained or to get one side of the story, fine.

But do not tell people that Fox or Limbo is the most "truthful."

If truth be known, C-Span is probably the "most truthful" network out there, because they just turn the cameras on and let the viewer decide for himself/herself.
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