CNN or Cable News Network was founded by Ted Turner back in the 1980’s. It is the first 24-hour news outlet in America and has been a valued source of information for a more than a generation. Cable News Network as it is also known has kept me informed and aware of what is going on in the USA and the world.
Lately its been under attack by the current occupant of the White House as being a spreader of fake news and information. The men and women of CNN have been on the front lines of journalism and news gathering. I support them and appreciate the service they provide. None of their employees deserve the vile words that have been lobed at them. No news outlet is 100% accurate but they work hard to get things as accurate as possible. Its truly sad that they have to endure this and I hope for better times ahead.
One part of this blog is its dedication to current events. That is because I am big on posting about things that are happening now. However there comes a time when I get stuff wrong. I rely upon sources from the media that have a long history of journalism and getting things right. Today I posted about the death of rock star Tom Petty. It was later that his death was not verified so as of this post he is still alive.
Everyone gets things wrong sometimes but you want to be as right as you can. Keeping on top of things means verifying your sources multiple times. The web does have some great websites to verify reality from urban legend to misinformation. When I get something wrong I will own up to it and say I am sorry. Ones reputation online means being accurate as much as you can.
I worked in television when I was in my 20’s and I understand what it takes to get the story like we are seeing from Florida. The journalists, correspondents, meteorologists and technical crews who are bringing these dramatic pictures from hurricanes like Harvey and Irma put their lives on the line to be sure people are informed and therefore safe. Sure these folks get a bad rap sometimes but when it comes to important stories like dangerous weather we should be grateful they are providing a vital public service. May every person covering this major weather event be safe.
”Our liberty depends on the freedom of the press, and that cannot be limited without being lost… Thomas Jefferson
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