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BIASES AND OPINIONS IN STORIES
A single story can be told in many different
ways. Word choice used in the story makes
a difference. The sources that a journalist
interviews are important too. Even details
the journalist leaves out affect how the story
is viewed.
Imagine a murder trial is taking place.
One reporter may say the defendant
was “a quiet man who teared up as the
charges were read.” Another reporter may
describe him as “standing 6 feet (1.8 m) tall
and glaring at the judge.” Both descriptions
can be true. But they can also be biased.
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