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In his book The Universal Journalist (2007) David Randell says that good reporters should: "...afflict the comfortable" and "scrutinise the action and inaction of governments, elected representatives and public services." In the case of government it is critical they are held to account for their actions so that they are reminded of who's interests they are meant to represent...
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In many cases journalism applies restraints on government. By alerting people to various amendments and bills that are planned for discussion in the houses of government public opinion can be expressed in favour or opposition and limit the actions of those in power as well as dictate policy in many cases...
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