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"We Should Abolish the Concept of Privileged Sources" Markus Reuter in an Interview

Summary by Übermedien
In fact, journalists should only publish information if it is confirmed by at least two sources. In practice, this is often different: statements by police or authorities are often taken over unchecked. Why are such bodies considered "privileged sources" – and when does this become a problem? Questions to Markus Reuter from netzpolitik.org.
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In fact, journalists should only publish information if it is confirmed by at least two sources. In practice, this is often different: statements by police or authorities are often taken over unchecked. Why are such bodies considered "privileged sources" – and when does this become a problem? Questions to Markus Reuter from netzpolitik.org.

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Übermedien broke the news in on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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