abstract:The "view from nowhere" is a phrase used to describe a complex, widespread, particular kind of conflict of interest in media ethics, specifically between being objective and informative. It refers to journalism and analysis that disinform the audience by creating the impression that opposing parties to an issue have equal correctness and validity, even when the truth of their claims are mutually exclusive and easily verifiable.
Mr Rosenis justone ofmanymediawatchers who think itistime to releasejournalistsfrom the straitjacketofpretending that they do not haveopinions—what hecallsthe “viewfromnowhere”.