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Oct 15, 2019 Public radio journalist Lewis Raven Wallace shares his bold stance that objectivity in journalism is a myth. He discusses the impact of personal ideologies on perceived truths and critiques the media's portrayal of events like the Women's March. The conversation dives into how journalists can navigate ethical dilemmas and maintain integrity in a landscape rife with misinformation and societal challenges. Wallace emphasizes the need for a values-based approach to reporting, especially in confronting issues like racism and transphobia.
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Recording the Women's March
- Lewis Raven Wallace attended the Women's March in Washington, D.C. during Trump's 2017 inauguration to document independently.
- He witnessed contrasting groups, including bikers for Trump and protesters, illustrating the tense political climate.
Objectivity's Limits Exposed
- Lewis questioned traditional journalistic objectivity amid rising racism, transphobia, and alternative facts.
- He argued journalists should openly claim their values to fight injustice rather than maintain neutrality.
Fired for Rejecting Neutrality
- After refusing to remove his blog post rejecting objectivity, Lewis was fired by Marketplace for not aligning with their impartial journalism.
- His firing highlighted conflicts between journalistic standards and personal activism.
