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By Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye<\/p>\n\n\n\n
KOTA KINABALU: I join all Malaysians in congratulating journalists celebrating National Journalists Day, which falls on May 29.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Over the years, I have had the pleasure and privilege of observing mainstream journalists at work in the Malay, English, Chinese, and Tamil media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They have provided us with up-to-date news and views, without which we would have been like Katak di bawah tempurung.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On a daily basis, journalists overcome numerous challenges to keep us informed, educated, and even entertained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The challenges they face have increased many times in recent years, especially since the advent of social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The misinformation and fake news that are prevalent on some social media platforms have made it challenging for mainstream journalists to distinguish between credible sources and unreliable information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many people now rely on social media as their primary source of news, often consuming information that is biassed and misleading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This exposure can erode trust in mainstream journalism and undermine its role as a trusted source of information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some social media posts can intimidate journalists and undermine the principles of press freedom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These challenges highlight the complex and evolving relationship between mainstream journalism and social media, shaping the way journalists gather, report, and distribute news in the digital age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, social media has also created an overwhelming amount of credible information. Journalists must navigate through a never-ending stream of updates, tweets, posts, and videos to find newsworthy content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn have also aided traditional journalists to follow trends, track developments, and follow potential story leads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overall, social media has transformed the landscape of journalism, offering new opportunities and challenges for mainstream journalists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Happy National Journalists Day to all the dedicated and passionate journalists! Your commitment to truth and integrity, even in the face of challenges, enriches our society every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We celebrate and honour your vital contributions to democracy, justice, social cohesion, and nation-building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thank you for all you do! Happy National Journalists Day!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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