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Journalists must navigate the tension between the public's right to know and individuals' right to privacy. This is particularly challenging when reporting on public figures or sensitive issues. Ethical journalism requires careful consideration of the potential harm and the relevance of private information to the public interest. | Journalists must navigate the tension between the public's right to know and individuals' right to privacy. This is particularly challenging when reporting on public figures or sensitive issues. Ethical journalism requires careful consideration of the potential harm and the relevance of private information to the public interest. | ||
[[Image:Detail-97187.jpg|thumb|center|Journalists working in a newsroom, discussing ethical guidelines.|class=only_on_mobile]] | |||
[[Image:Detail-97188.jpg|thumb|center|Journalists working in a newsroom, discussing ethical guidelines.|class=only_on_desktop]] | |||
== Codes of Ethics == | == Codes of Ethics == | ||