One issue that has been debated is the practice of journalists voting on all-star teams, MVPs , Hall of Fame inductees, and other honors (such as the Heisman). Consider this practice in light of the SPJ and APSE codes of ethics.

• Should journalists, who are expected to cover teams and athletes in a fair and neutral manner also vote on those teams and athletes?
• Are they crossing an ethical line from "covering news" to "making news"?
• What are the pros and cons?
• How do such practices jibe (or not) with the ethics codes?

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The practice of journalists voting on allstar teams MVPs Hall of Fame inductees and other honors has been a topic of debate in the field of sports journalism While it is common for journalists to cove... View the full answer