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Compartmentalize To Protect Mental Health Covering Bad News
- Compartmentalize to manage psychological impact: focus on work, humanize stories, then step away to family and friends after broadcasts.
- Mansbridge says journalists must relate to subjects but avoid being overwhelmed.
How The At Issue Panel Evolved Over Time
- Mansbridge recounts the origin of the At Issue panel evolving through many contributors including Chantel, Andrew, Dallin Gregg, Bruce Anderson, and Althea.
- He describes Althea's rise from McGill town hall participant to Toronto Star columnist on the panel.
Journalism's Core Purpose Is Democratic Accountability
- A good journalist believes journalism strengthens democracy and seeks to examine how things are done, not just expose wrongdoing.
- Mansbridge lists temperament, stamina, fair-mindedness, and critical thinking as key qualities.