CBC Reverses Editorial Directive Not to Call 9/11 a Terrorist Attack After Backlash

The director of the FBI and Conservatives had criticized the public broadcaster for its editorial policy
CBC Reverses Editorial Directive Not to Call 9/11 a Terrorist Attack After Backlash

CBC News is revising its editorial policy to require attribution when using the term ‘terrorist’ for the 9/11 attacks. This change follows criticism of a recently publicized internal memo. The senior director of journalistic standards stated the memo was released without full context.

  • CBC News is altering its policy on using the word ‘terrorist’ for the 9/11 attacks.
  • The change requires attribution when the term is used.
  • A leaked memo from CBC’s senior director of journalistic standards sparked criticism.
  • The director clarified that the memo was amplified without full context.
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