The New York Times made serious news last week with the publication of an op-ed by an anonymous writer – a senior official in the White House. Should the Times have published a piece by an anonymous source?
This hour, we’re joined by local journalists who discuss the standards and policies for using anonymous sources. In studio:
- Randy Gorbman, news director for WXXI
- Vanessa Cheeks, reporter for Open Mic Rochester
- Meaghan McDermott, taxes/property watchdog reporter for the Democrat and Chronicle