Edit news affecting public morals with candor and good taste and avoid an imbalance of a sensational, preponderantly negative or merely trivial news. Accent when possible a reasonable amount of news which illustrates the values of compassion, self-sacrifice, heroism, good citizenship and patriotism. Clearly define sources of news, and tell the reader when competent sources cannot be identified. Respect rights of privacy. Instruct its staff members to conduct themselves with dignity and decorum.
Leadership Help to protect all rights and privileges guaranteed by law.
Act with courage in serving the public. Stimulate and vigorously support public officials, private groups and individuals in crusades and campaigns to increase the good works and eliminate the bad in the community. Serve as a constructive critic of government at all levels, providing leadership for necessary reforms or innovations, and exposing any misfeasance in office or any misuse of public power. Oppose demagogues and other selfish and unwholesome interests regardless of their size or influence. A good newspaper is guided by truth, freedom and concern for human decency.