Media's duty to democracy and journalism's role
Lee Hamilton argues journalism should be objective, independent, and serve the public good. He warns that sensationalism and partisanship erode representation, urging reporters to watchdog government, inform citizens, and uphold free press as essential to democracy.
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Reflections From a Mount Carmel Register Contributor
A former Mount Carmel Register writer recalls summer in Wabash County reporting on council events and the 4-H fair. He describes leaving journalism for a teaching path, then returning after an Honor Flight, and reflects on journalism’s evolving nature and enduring value of storytelling.
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