Communication 3525 Investigative Journalism Case Study

Based on readings and videos, respond to the following questions:

1. What limits, if any, should we impose on journalists in gathering the news? When do investigative journalists go too far? How far should journalists be allowed to go in gathering news the public has a right to know?

2. When is investigative journalism "righteous"?

3. In what ways, if any, did the charges brought by Food Lion against ABC establish a legitimate basis for restricting investigative journalism techniques?

4. When, if ever, are journalists justified in using hidden cameras? When, if ever, are hidden cameras necessary?

5. What safeguards should reporters use when conducting investigative journalism?

6. When should the right to privacy limit the kinds of investigative techniques used by reporters?