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The Curious Gaps in the Media’s Dublin Stabbing Coverage

In certain stories, journalists’ biggest concern is that you don’t get the ‘wrong idea.’

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People attend a vigil denouncing violence of riots following the stabbing of school children in Dublin, Ireland, November 27, 2023.

Clodagh Kilcoyne/Reuters

There is nothing so unhelpful as journalists who believe it is their job to protect readers from getting the “wrong” idea.

It’s antithetical to the principle of keeping society well informed.

Becket Adams

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Becket Adams

Becket Adams is a columnist for National Review, the Washington Examiner, and The Hill.

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