Democracy in America - Questions to Jay Rosen (@jayrosen_nyu) about the political press and its failings

Articles originates from The Economist

The idea of objectivity should be replaced by 'here's where we are coming from' --> see comments on Nic Newman's piece - is this why young adults are more likely to go direct to political parties websites? - they know where there the spin is.

Journalists get too bogged down in the 'who's winning' game - focusing on this demonstrates a lack of understanding --> so how can it be educational???

"My own view is that journalists should describe the world in a way that helps us participate in political life"

The alternative to chasing clicks is building trust and an editorial brand - which is more sustainable in the long run?

A journalist must (like a politician) genuinely listen to their audience - "because listening is what gives you the authority to recommend what is not immediately in demand."

for anyone who actually reads this I am starting to collate views on the media's failings with the delicious tag 'canwetrusthemedia'