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According to the Reuters Foundation Reporters handbook, an important role of a reporter in a democracy is to act as a buffer between the government & the public. It is a tuwe-way Channel. The reporter can explain government decissions & actions to the public & pass the public vieve back to the government.
The reporter has a role in:
1) Scrutinizing the work of the government, the courts & big companies to highlight their failures & successes.
2) Rooting out corruption at all levels.
3) Drawing attention toward official negligence or incompetence
4) Giving a voice to various sectors of the Society.
5) Helping the public cast votes in elections by explaining the political programs of rival partes.
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A reporter must keep her mind attuned to the present, future as well as past to perform his functions effectively.
To add depth to their neves stories, reporters do research. They check the accuracy of facts & contact experts or witness to obtain more detailed information on the issue. They also Consult with the legal team to ensure that they are on the safe side of the law while
The Reporters also investigate issues of public concern, such as allegations of corruption or inefficiency in local government. Reporters interviene people who can provide insight into the issues, collect data, gather docs, & build a story over time.
– The basic functions of a reporter are to inform, educate, interpret, shape opinion, facilitate decision-making, entertain & act as agents of change.
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