This gives a lot to think about for journalists, Areena. Really thoughtful piece here. What I totally agree with is a sentiment you expressed here in a subtle way; it would go against the spirit of journalism to expect everyone to act the same way. And you are right. I totally agree that there are gray areas in matters such as this. What is suspicious is the idea that you are either for or against. Not participating is not bad and participating is not bad either. There are still many purists like you who believe that journalists should not be activists. I think we are all essentially activists. But should we be activists all the time, of course not.
This gives a lot to think about for journalists, Areena. Really thoughtful piece here. What I totally agree with is a sentiment you expressed here in a subtle way; it would go against the spirit of journalism to expect everyone to act the same way. And you are right. I totally agree that there are gray areas in matters such as this. What is suspicious is the idea that you are either for or against. Not participating is not bad and participating is not bad either. There are still many purists like you who believe that journalists should not be activists. I think we are all essentially activists. But should we be activists all the time, of course not.