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When journalism crosses the line from reporting to mind reading - opinion

News agencies should report what leaders say and do, not speculate about their private intentions, dreams, or desires.

  • Journalists act like mind readers, claiming to know leaders' thoughts.
  • Criticized as arrogance, defying journalistic ethics of transparency.
  • Examples given: AP, Reuters, AFP reporting on political situations.

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