Journalists and reporters almost always resist the temptation to report sensational stories.

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Spectacular stories can attract and retain large audiences even if the stories themselves are unimportant to most people. Gruesome or shocking stories (such as car wrecks or shootings) often take the place of careful reporting of important but less exciting issues (such as global warming or complicated laws passed by Congress).

Journalists and Reporters Almost Always Resist the Temptation to Report