16min chapter

Question Everything with Brian Reed cover image

The Journalist and the Firefighter: How Predicting January 6 Led a Top Reporter to Quit Journalism

Question Everything with Brian Reed

CHAPTER

From Journalism to Activism: Navigating Truth and Belief

This chapter explores the transition from journalism to activism, emphasizing the challenges journalists face when confronting misinformation in a polarized political climate. Through personal anecdotes and experiences, it delves into the complexities of engaging with individuals holding strong, often unfounded beliefs and the difficulties of maintaining public trust in factual reporting. Ultimately, it raises critical questions about the role of journalism in safeguarding democracy amid rising authoritarianism and misinformation.

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