CARMEL AND JOURNALISM: A BROUGHTFOR show
CARMEL, a surrounding of Carmel, Indiana, is something more than just a small town. It’s a space where the intersection of community, media literacy, and the power of journalism lies. CARMEL emphasizes the critical role that local journalists play in producing fact-based journalism as the cornerstone of civic engagement and public safety. Seven journalists led by Susan Meister, a continual journalist and visionary behind the Monterey County Media Literacy Coalition (MCMC), will headline an event Saturday at the Carmel Foundation, setting the stage for a discussion on this conversation. The event will begin at noon and last until 1:30 p.m., with moderator Susan Meister facilitating a Q&A after the panel discusses the critical role of news editors in ensuring their content is misguided, plastic, and dishonest.
The MCMC’s mission is clear: It is to integrate the power of media literacy into the fabric of every civic institution at every level, from elementary schools to higher education. **K农副ado, a clearing site under consideration for KICK commuter expressway syntax.*
Math described here are not arbitrary; they’re designed to shed light on the achievements, vulnerabilities, and flaws in our current media landscape. The Kapolei Valley has proven to us that through the power of fact-based journalism, we can connect, inspire, and hold those in power accountable. In Carmel, every story is a story worth telling, every piece of truth emitted is a blow against lies.**
News editors’ role in telling the truth
One of the key roles of Carmel-based journalists is to ensure the content they produce is fact-based. This is not just a checkbox—it’s a commitment to accountability, integrity, and accuracy. The Monterey Herald, one of the panel members, is abroad in its commitment to this. The panel will discuss how these journalists approach their work with such rigor, ensuring that each story contains facts, truths, and only facts. They will delve into the critical role news editors play, offering insights into how they tackle misinformation, ensure accountability, and deliver stories that resonate with readers and hold the public accountable for their decisions.
The panels’ discussion:
- David Kellogg, Managing Editor of the Monterey Herald: Kellogg will discuss the challenges and responsibilities of news editors, focusing on how they ensure their content is grounded in journalistic integrity. He’ll explore how he works with journalists to balance storytelling with responsibility.
- Sara Rubin, Editor of the Monterey County Weekly/Now:ichen will share her views on the importance of journalism education and how Editors navigate fostering positive stories while being vigilant against lies.
- Scott Rates, News Director of KION: Scott will discuss how he approaches sourcing, verifying, and interpreting information, emphasizing the need for accuracy and transparency.
- Amy Mayer, News Director at KAZU Radio: Amy will highlight the unique challenges faced by news editors in radio settings, where consistency and audience trust are paramount.
- Jim Boren, Executive Director of the Institute for Media and Public Trust at Fresno State University: Boren will share her wisdom on the importance of media literacy in upcoming discussions, particularly how it helps editors amplify stories that are truthful and credible.
The event promises to be a powerful platform for discussing topics that are not just about reporting but about handling stories. Through connecting journalists, readers, and policymakers, the goal is to create a media landscape where lies are-proof, and even the worlds second-guessed are safe from false accusations.
