FOX 4 WFTX - Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Naples News, Weather4 In Your Corner Viewers' Bill of Rights
Member Center:
You Have a Right to Ethical Journalism
Fox 4 subscribes to the SPJ and RTNDA Codes of Ethics, which require journalists to seek the truth and report it, minimize harm, act independently and be accountable to the public.
You Have a Right to Responsible Newscasts and Promotions
Fox 4 will keep it real. While our presentation style will be conversational, we will avoid sensationalism. We will deliver the content that we promise. We will explain our values, but will not indulge in empty bragging.
You Have a Right to Service
Fox 4 understands that what we do is all about you, the viewer. We will cover issues of community interest. We will keep the benefit to you in mind in everything we do.
You Have a Right to Be Heard
Fox 4 will seek not just "both sides" but a wide variety of viewpoints. We will give voice to the voiceless. We will reflect the community in all its diversity.
You Have a Right to Accountability
Fox 4 believes public officials have a duty to give you answers regarding the public's business. We will champion your right to get those answers and to hold those in power accountable.
You Have a Right to Positive News
While negative news is unavoidable, Fox 4 acknowledges a responsibility to seek out stories that uplift and inspire the human spirit. When reporting problems, we will also spotlight possible solutions.
You Have a Right to Straight Facts
Fox 4 understands you have a right to decide. Fox 4 will never tell you what to think but may suggest what to think about. We'll present the full facts, distinguish fact from opinion, and guide you through the facts responsibly.
You Have a Right to Relevant Crime Coverage
Fox 4 understands that an over-emphasis of crime coverage could create a false impression of danger in the community. We will avoid meaningless crime coverage. We will explain how crime affects you or why you should be concerned. We will spotlight crime trends. We will give stories involving threats to your safety highest priority.
You Have a Right to Privacy
Fox 4 sometimes must place people or organizations into the news who don't want to be there. When doing so, we will conduct ourselves with respect and compassion. We understand that children deserve special consideration and sensitivity. We will not hound the victims of crime or tragedy, and will exercise care when deciding whether to identify them.
You Have a Right to Hold Us Accountable
Fox 4 understands that we are among the powerful whom you must hold accountable. We will listen to our viewers, and will regularly and publicly explain our coverage decisions to you. If we make a mistake, we will correct it promptly and prominently.
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