The addition of a tiny camera on almost all mobile devices- whether they be cell phones, iPods, or laptop computers- has had a tremendous effect on journalism. Now, anyone can be a reporter, a newscaster, and a news outlet all on their own. Of course, a lot of work and a little bit of luck help too, but it's now just as easy for the common citizen to capture important events as it is a news outlet. Their work may be a little bit more polished and professional, but it doesn't mean it's any better.
As such, citizen journalism is in its prime. And because it's better than its ever been, it has the power to raise global awareness.
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