Is non-bias reporting ideal or unrealistic?
While some publications pride themselves in views that sway to either the left or the right, the center is also considered a desirable position for many newspapers. For many publications, a partisan view means excluding readers who identify with one party or the other. But is this a realistic goal an area run on both a national and local level by those who possess their own political biases? All media issues require fair and accurate reporting to effectively explain the story to the general audience. From the general audience to reporters themselves, people seem to agree Southern Illinois is a fairly conservative area. Stories pertaining to issues such as gun control, abortion and the separation of church and state require non-partisan reporting from journalists. Taking this into account, a common concern of the media is, if doing so is even possible, whether to cater to the majority or maintain equilibrium. Some people argue as to whether such a place exists in the media. According to
