Scenario 1:
I might read them first just to check and if it's something that I cannot ignore in terms of the law then I'll likely use them. I would also try inquiring her about it when she gets back, if I decide not to read it. If she says she's not at liberty to discuss them I will likely press her about it for a while if I think there's a good chance that she is lying.
Scenario 2:
I would do it but after gathering all the info I need I would go back to the nursing home and ask if it is ok to do the article. I would give them a chance for rebuttal so that they can give their opinion on the issues of their nursing home. But if they don't oblige then I'll have to either scrap the article or consult with my editor on how to deal with this. Perhaps work out a compromise.
Scenario 3:
I would reference the other source's quotes in my article stating something like "In a similar CNN.com article _____ said..." The only other thing I would do is call the other source and ask for permission to use their quotes. The important thing here is basically not to plagiarize another's work.
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1) OK, but try asking her, not "inquiring" her. Also, be prepared to be banned for life from her office or business. Might be worth it ... just be aware of it.
ReplyDelete2) Be careful on this one — applying for a job without revealing that you are a reporter can get you (and your news organization) sued for misrepresentation. That’s what happened in the Food Lion case. ( Link to the Freedom Forum analysis of this case.)
3) That's right.
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