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The Public Radio News Directors organization touts a simple and direct Code of Ethics built upon three principles:

• Truth
• Fairness
• Integrity

The Society of Professional Journalists Code of Ethics emphasizes four dominant ideas:

• Seek Truth and Report It,
• Minimize Harm,
• Act Independently,
• Be Accountable.

The Radio Television News Directors Association builds their Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct around six main principles:

• Public Trust
• Truth
• Fairness
• Integrity
• Independence
• Accountability

The National Public Radio News Code of Ethics and Practices goes into great detail of what is expected of its journalists.

Similarly, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation displays a lengthy code of “Journalistic Standards and Practices” that offers model policies for a large public broadcasting network.

The Poynter Institute’s Bob Steele is always ready to discuss ethics. But first he’ll want you to answer his 10 Questions for Ethical Decision-Making.

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