Italian website Lavoce.info reported about a group of economists collecting in a book all the public statements of Italian finance minister Giulio Tremonti which they proved to be incorrect, misleading or contradictory. The title sounds like “Tremonti, Misuser’s guide”.
The issue raised by La voce is why newspapers and other media did not pointed out these issues in the past. Again comes out the ancient question posed in latin “Quis custodiet ipsos custodies?” meaning who watches the watchmen?
In a modern democracy Media should watch over governors, over their behavior and their declarations, but who should watch over Media active execution of this crucial role?
We should.
La voce is a very good example of clear explanation of what is going on in Italian and international Economy, probably the best available in Italian language. However it is written by economists and a minimum education is required to understand the articles. Furthermore it is a website and it reaches far less people than newspaper and television do.
What can be done to avoid leaving unwatched watchers?
We need to endorse those who clearly provide transparent information and clear explanation of news and deny support to media not pursuing these goals.
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