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Student Accuses CBS News of Betrayal
28 May
Summary
- Student journalist accepted award while criticizing CBS News.
- Criticism focused on the outlet's direction and corporate influence.
- The student highlighted the importance of truth in journalism.
At the 47th Annual News & Documentary Awards ceremony in New York on Wednesday, student journalist Santiago Campos received the $10,000 Mike Wallace Memorial Scholarship. The senior from Washington, D.C.'s District of Columbia International School used his acceptance speech to address CBS News directly.
Campos stated that while he appreciated the financial support from CBS News, he felt compelled to acknowledge how the outlet's recent trajectory tarnishes the legacy of Mike Wallace, the scholarship's namesake. He spoke about the increasing difficulty of journalism that serves the public due to corporate control over information dissemination.
The student passionately argued for the unwavering importance of truth in journalism, questioning motives when news outlets hesitate to report facts or remain silent. He concluded by urging them to consider who their reporting truly serves, advocating for a commitment to the people. Scott Pelley, a former CBS Evening News anchor who presented the award, applauded Campos' remarks and expressed the need for such young voices in the field.
