Core Values and Beliefs - Coming From Project

This kind of transparency is fairly common, even for media outlets that prescribe to a traditional view of journalistic objectivity. However, in a Coming From statement, an attestation of core values and beliefs is concrete, skipping platitudes in favor of substantive positions. For other examples of transparency in journalism, explore the complete Coming From Collection.

‘We do not intend to be neutral’: Why a Paraguayan media outlet chooses honesty over neutrality

Casey Newton shares his views on tech and is aware they might change

‘These values are like a constitution’: Axel Springer expects all employees to commit to its political view

LAist acknowledges climate change, systemic racism in plain language

‘Journalists are not bystanders’: Shasta Scout rejects objectivity with real examples

Voice of San Diego pursues journalism with purpose

The Oaklandside shows readers how it works

‘The goal of our journalism is a fundamental honesty’: How Talking Points Memo stays true to its values

The Baffler’s decades-long history tells readers where they’re coming from

‘I hate abuse of power’: Journalist Rob Pegoraro explains his relationship with tech companies

Scalawag’s stance for a more liberated South

Why ‘The Conversation’ is transparent about its editorial process