Journalism Belongs to the Sunlight
A conspiracy is a secret agreement between two or more people to plan or carry out actions that are illegal, unethical, or meant to deceive the public or undermine lawful political processes. It involves coordination (not just one person acting alone). It is done in secret. The goal is usually to gain power, influence decisions, hide wrongdoing, or manipulate outcomes (such as elections, laws, or public opinion). In journalism, a conspiracy usually refers to coordinated efforts by individuals or institutions to hide, distort, or manipulate information in order to influence public opinion or protect power. This can include suppressing stories, spreading disinformation, or colluding with political or corporate actors to control narratives. Unlike conspiracy theories, conspiracies in journalism are only recognized when there is verifiable evidence, such as leaked documents, whistleblower testimony, or independent investigations. Historical cases show that journalistic conspiracies o...