The Obama administration and Congress appear to be moving toward agreement on a federal shield law, which would protect reporters who refuse to reveal confidential sources. The bill that is emerging is not perfect, but it would help ensure that Americans get the information they need about the workings of government, business and other institutions that affect their lives. Do you think this would be good or bad or journalism, the public, sources?
For more info: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/03/opinion/03tue2.html
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