IRRESPONSIBLE SALEM RESIDENT
DAVID GAUTHIER ENGAGED IN CENSORSHIP OF PROGRAM AT WINCAM
NO "self restraint" at WinCAM by out-of-control executive director
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THE ENDEMIC REALITY OF MEDIA ETHICS AND
SELF-RESTRAINT
BLAKE D. MORANT*
INTRODUCTION
Media that are active, independent, and free remain iconic symbols of a functional democracy.'
Democracy, despite its diverse conceptualizations, generally connotes a governmental structure that is continually monitored by an unabashed media
industry.2 Such scrutiny of governmental operations contributes to the media's characterization as "the fourth estate."'
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To optimize its function as governmental overseer, the media must have, as a guaranteed norm, expressive autonomy that is tempered by journalistic prudence and professional integrity.
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