The Code Of Ethics For American Association Of Political Consultants

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In journalism, independence and honesty are the top two guiding principles, but they can be or seem in conflict with the practice of political advertising. Honesty is important because without it the primary mission of journalism, informing the public, that would be impossible to accomplish. Independence is tied to honesty and is important because without it a journalist’s intentions can be corrupted making honesty impossible. The codes of ethics for news organizations help journalists accomplish their primary mission by drawing the boundary lines that delineate the steps of journalists along the path of integrity and independence. The code of ethics for American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) is based entirely on the honest conduct