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What does it mean?
Broadcasting recently returned to its highest ethical standards.
In plain terms
Radio and TV are doing better and living up to their purpose.
What can you take from it?
Media can regain integrity if it chooses to.

Putting it to work

  • support ethical media
  • track industry progress

Questions to consider

  • What counts as good broadcasting?
  • How do you hold media accountable?

Another view

One week does not guarantee long-term change.

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