The Objective/Critical Approach -  An Alternative

      1. approach research without a predetermined conclusion.
      2. get the best info available (and evaluate source)
      3. demystify news and issues
      4. report multiple positions as appropriate
      5. discuss of workability and political difficulties for solutions.

BARRIERS TO THE ADVERSARIAL RELATIONSHIP

      1. Dependence
      2. Friendship
      3. sympathy
      4. alliance (quid pro quo)
      5. complexity (limited reporter expertise)
      6. secrecy
      7. time limits on reporters
      8. news management
        1. Press conference
        2. Press secretary and aids
        3. Go over the press's heads: to voters or local news outlets

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