The Bloggers Who Write Journals Are Just As Much Journalists As The Journalists Who Write Blogs

One of the most pressing questions on the minds of journalists today is "are bloggers really journalists?" It is no secret that citizen journalism is on the rise. With it comes a multitude of individuals who, with no real training or experience, are putting their thoughts out there for the general public to read. Which opens for the argument, are bloggers really journalists?

Some would argue no because they have no background in journalism.

Some would argue yes because they don't need a background in journalism.

Here's the thing. The earliest forms of "blogging" and "citizen journalism" date back to the days of the founding fathers. Much like this article suggests, the earliest forms of citizen journalism took place in 1760 when news of rights and restrictions were being circulated. These individuals were fulfilling their obligation to the public to share with them the information that they had a right to know.

They had no journalistic training, yet they were researching information, sharing it with the public and doing what was best for the masses.

Journalism is more than just a degree and some experience. It is an occupation that helps individuals develop and tell a good story. It is an idea that helps relate and connect people. It is a term that connects individuals from all over the globe.

I would argue that bloggers are journalists. All alike, we share one common goal: give the public what they need to know.