Fracking term sparks debate over language in energy coverage
The word fracking provokes strong reactions as industry leaders resist its use in media coverage. Advocates argue it’s a technical term, while critics say it conveys a pejorative tone. The AP weighs how to handle the word in quotes and standards amid political and public interest.
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