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The Potential Conflict Between an Individuals Right to Privacy and a Journalist's right to report.
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The Potential Conflict Between an Individuals Right to Privacy and a Journalist's right to report. In a western democracy such as the one we have in Britain, freedom of expression is vital in maintaining the smooth running of the country. The role of the journalistic media (normative paradigm) is that of the fourth estate, an independent institutional source of power, which monitors and scrutinises the actions of the powerful, in other spheres. The Journalist then has the right and duty to report what they believe to be correct and detailed information about how the country is being run for any person involved in taking part in political decisions. Individuals in positions of authority have to be accountable for their actions and if they are abusing their power it is in the public's interest to be informed. A free press is a privilege, which needs to be handled with care, as people's...
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