Ethics of Indonesian Journalists inthe Era of Media Freedom
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Humanities and Social Science - Year 2018, Vol 23, Issue 5
Abstract
The Indonesian press has indeed been separated from government intervention. Nevertheless, press freedom is still relevant to discuss. Because as a concept, freedom of Although the press has escaped the authoritarian government pressure. This does not mean that press freedom is over. Apparently, the freedom of the press is not as easy as discussed. the complexity of news production makes journalists have different understanding in interpreting the freedom of the press. This is reflected in the daily practices of journalists. On the other hand, ethics as a guide acts for professional journalists, the spectrum is vast. The extent of the spectrum allows for different interpretations and practices in daily news coverage activities.the press is a liquid concept that is easy to talk about, but very complex at the level of implementation. Speaking of press freedom, this will always be related to the professionalism of journalists. Because journalists who will translate freedom of the press in everyday practice. Professional status requires an adequate understanding of the journalist's code of ethics. This code of ethics is the guidance of journalists in carrying out its coverage duties.
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Moch. Syahri
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