It is about time! Earlier this month the Associated Press announced that bloggers should be cited as news sources. As a blogger I think this is great news!
In a world where all media is becoming social, this is long overdue. This gives bloggers recognition for the work they contribute to the news media. It also sets the stage for news to become a more open conversation instead of a centralized distribution of content. I think this is an intriguing possibility! News is what is going on in the world around us. By nature, most people are social beings. With technology our social circle and interaction is no longer restricted by our physical location. We live in a global social community. World news should be compiled through the collective observations and contributions of many connected citizens from around the globe, including bloggers.
Another implication this change will have is to remind bloggers of their responsibilities. Just like traditional journalists, bloggers will need to be held accountable for what the information they post and the words they write. But, this is not a negative implication. Many bloggers have assumed this responsibility all along – this change gives these individuals the credibility they deserve.
Thank you to the Associated Press for adapting their policy to better suit our socially connected world.
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