In reporting crime news:
A) Stories should be written with a presumption of innocence.
B) Reporters should never allow themselves to identify with police, prosecution or defense.
C) News should be reported with a minimum of sensationalism and speculation.
D) The defendant should be treated impartially and the victim or victim's family with consideration.
E) All of the above.
F) Sorry, nice sentiments, but your job is to report the news so that newspapers will be sold or newscasts can deliver audiences to advertisers.
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