ABOUT
The Jerusalem Press is an independent media outlet focusing on local, regional, and international news that could or does directly impact the Jewish people.
We aim to present the news using documentation that backs the article, video, and audio. We will not place opinions under the guise of news.
The Jerusalem Press will remain independent of government, NGOs, and corporate interests.
The Jerusalem Press comprises seasoned reporters from the Society of Professional Journalists, the National Press Photographers Association, and other organizations.
We also work to foster new voices within the news. From time to time, we will invite contributing editors and writers to submit to our publication.
The Jerusalem Press is a member of LION Publishers.
OUR VISION
At The Jerusalem Press, our vision is to be a trusted source for news and events affecting the Jewish community. We aim to create a community of engaged and informed readers who rely on us for news, trends, insights, and teachings from the Torah, Talmud, and more. We believe that raw content has the power to educate, inspire, and entertain, and we are committed to delivering the best possible experience to our readers.
OUR TEAM
Our team is made up of experienced journalists, editors, and designers who are passionate about their work. We believe that great content is the result of collaboration, and we work together to deliver the best possible experience to our readers. We are committed to investing in our team’s professional development and growth, and we are proud of their achievements and contributions to our success.
OUR ETHICS
I have worked as a reporter most of my adult life. During that time, I’ve witnessed the state of ethics among reporters and media outlets deteriorate. Therefore, The Jerusalem Press will follow the following code of ethics.
The following principles are the standard by which news and editorial staff members can measure performance. As reporters and publishers, we must follow the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.
Our readers have the right to know about matters of importance. As a newspaper it is our responsibility to be hyper-vigilant watchdog of your legitimate interests.
Even with these guidelines and principles, there will be times where common sense and good judgement are required in how we apply these principles. When we have not adhered to these guidelines, we will inform our readers, viewers, and listeners at the beginning of the piece.
RESPONSIBILITY
A good newspaper is fair, accurate, honest, responsible, independent, and decent. Truth is its guiding principle.
It avoids practices that would conflict with the ability to report and present news in a fair, accurate and unbiased manner.
The newspaper should serve as a constructive critic of all segments of society. It should reasonably reflect, in staffing and coverage, its diverse constituencies. It should vigorously expose wrongdoing, duplicity, or misuse of power, public or private. Editorially, it should advocate needed reform and innovation in the public interest. News sources should be disclosed unless there is a clear reason not to do so. When it is necessary to protect the confidentiality of a source, the reason should be explained.
The newspaper should uphold the right of free speech and freedom of the press and should respect the individual’s right to privacy. The newspaper should fight vigorously for public access to news of government through open meetings and records.
ACCURACY
The newspaper should guard against inaccuracies, carelessness, bias or distortion through emphasis, omission, or technological manipulation.
It should acknowledge substantive errors and correct them promptly and prominently.
INTEGRITY
The newspaper should strive for impartial treatment of issues and dispassionate handling of controversial subjects. It should provide a forum for the exchange of comment and criticism, especially when such comment is opposed to its editorial positions. Editorials and expressions of opinion by reporters and editors should be clearly labeled. Advertising should be differentiated from news.
The newspaper should report the news laws without regard for its own interests, mindful of the need to disclose potential conflicts. It should not give favored news treatment to advertisers or special-interest groups.
It should report matters regarding itself or its personnel with the same vigor and candor as it would other institutions or individuals. Concern for community, business or personal interests should not cause the newspaper to distort or misrepresent the facts.
The newspaper should deal honestly with readers and newsmakers. It should keep its promises.
The newspaper should not plagiarize words or images.
INDEPENDENCE
The newspaper and its staff should be free of obligations to news sources and newsmakers. Even the appearance of obligation or conflict of interest should be avoided.
Newspapers should accept nothing of value from news sources or others outside the profession. Gifts and free or reduced-rate travel, entertainment, products and lodging should not be accepted. Expenses in connection with news reporting should be paid by the newspaper. Special favors and special treatment for members of the press should be avoided.
Journalists are encouraged to be involved in their communities, to the extent that such activities do not create conflicts of interest. Involvement in politics, demonstrations and social causes that would cause a conflict of interest, or the appearance of such conflict, should be avoided.
Work by staff members for the people or institutions they cover also should be avoided.
Financial investments by staff members or other outside business interests that could create the impression of a conflict of interest should be avoided.
Stories should not be written or edited primarily for the purpose of winning awards and prizes. Self-serving journalism contests and awards that reflect unfavorably on the newspaper or the profession should be avoided.
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