Navigating the 2024 U.S. Election: Challenges, Strategies and Restoring Public Trust
TORONTO, Sept. 4, 2024 /CNW/ - In a time of deepening political polarization, with audiences increasingly gravitating toward their preferred news outlets, journalists must cover what may be one of the most crucial elections in history. On Wednesday, September 18, the Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) will bring together a panel of leading journalists to examine the unique challenges covering the 2024 U.S. presidential election and the opportunities for reporters and news organizations to evolve their political coverage, fulfill their responsibilities within democracy and restore public trust.
What strategies have worked in the past and what new approaches can journalists and their newsrooms adopt in these increasingly challenging times?
This free virtual event, "Covering History's Most Important Election," features Ali Velshi, Chief Correspondent, MSNBC, Kadia Goba, politics reporter at Semafor and Jackson Proskow, Washington Bureau Chief, Global News. The Globe and Mail's foreign editor, Angela Murphy, will moderate.
"Quality journalism is essential in a polarized environment, especially during pivotal moments like the 2024 U.S. presidential election," says Natalie Turvey, CJF President and Executive Director. "This election presents unprecedented challenges but also underscores the critical role that the media plays in upholding truth, transparency, and democracy. This discussion is not just about covering an election; it's about safeguarding the principles that underpin democracy and core values of journalism. We are honoured to have such distinguished journalists join us for this panel, sharing their expertise and insights to ensure the public remains informed during these complex times."
To attend, register here.
This free virtual event is part of the CJF's J-Talks Live program that explores pressing journalistic issues.
The CJF thanks the generosity of exclusive J-Talks Live series sponsor TD Bank Group, broadcast partner CPAC and in-kind supporter Cision. Covering History's Most Important Election
DATE: Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 1:00 p.m. EDT
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About The Canadian Journalism Foundation
Founded in 1990, The Canadian Journalism Foundation promotes, celebrates and facilitates excellence in journalism. The foundation runs a prestigious awards and fellowships program featuring an industry gala where news leaders, journalists and corporate Canada gather to celebrate outstanding journalistic achievement and the value of professional journalism. Through monthly J-Talks, a public speakers' series, the CJF facilitates dialogue among journalists, business people, academics and students about the role of the media in Canadian society and the ongoing challenges for media in the digital era. The foundation also fosters opportunities for journalism education, training and research.
The CJF has been dedicated to acting as a catalyst for open and honest dialogue – helping to improve relationships between and understanding of the media and the private and public organizations that are often the focus of media and public attention. It is a pivotal distinction that sets The Canadian Journalism Foundation apart.
The Canadian Journalism Foundation attracts presidents, CEOs and senior executives from Canada's leading institutions. CJF's Executive Committee and Board of Directors include high-level representatives from corporations, media organizations, academic institutions, professional associations, and some of Canada's leading charitable foundations. CJF is built on the commitment of these inspired and influential individuals who lend their time and expertise to furthering CJF's mission.
SOURCE The Canadian Journalism Foundation
For further information: Natalie Turvey, President and Executive Director, The Canadian Journalism Foundation, [email protected]
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