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civic journalism  

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  • The journalistic concept of “civic” (or “public”) journalism is multifaceted. It simultaneously represents (1) an argument about the role and responsibility of journalism in a democratic society; (2) a set of practices that have been tried in actual newsroom settings; and (3) a movement of individuals and institutions concerned about strengthening journalism's contribution to public life. [Source: Encyclopedia of Journalism; Civic Journalism]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-XXFMJW6G-T

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