Variables about News-gathering Beyond the Control of Reporters

Discussion on Reporting:

Answer the following questions regarding reporting: In about 100-150 words

 A) What variables about news-gathering are beyond the control of reporters and editors but nonetheless affect what people read, hear and see?

 B) How are journalists captives of the personal values and biases they bring to their work?    Provide an example of this through a video clip or story.

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