Journalism Professors Urge New York Times to Conduct Independent Review of Controversial Report

Over 50 journalism professors have called for a thorough investigation into the New York Times' reporting on alleged sexual violence during the Oct. 7 attacks, citing concerns over credibility and journalistic standards.

• Journalism professors from top U.S. universities demand an independent review of the NYT's 'Screams Without Words' article.
• Critics, including some NYT staff, question the credibility of the report's sourcing and editorial process.
• The disputed article has been used politically to justify actions against Palestinians, intensifying calls for accountability.
• Previous instances of journalistic corrections at NYT and other outlets underscore the need for this review.
• An independent review could either validate the NYT's reporting or highlight significant errors, impacting its credibility.

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