Photograph Manipulation Response

Manipulation Response

Do you agree with the idea that a (journalist) photographer should protect the truth and represent it as accurately as possible"? Is there any room for expression or creative license in journalistic photography?

I personally believe the usage of the same photo by more than one magazine company is somewhat unprofessional, and devalues both articles. Journalist photographers should complete the fundamental editing steps for their photos. But, too many alterations can sway viewers' opinions, such as the magazines displaying the OJ Simpson case. Therefore, it's unethical to use biased photographs. I believe the creativity of the photographer lies within the photo itself, therefore should not be completely skewed, or the same as other's photos.