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 The [http://www.spj.org/ethicscode.asp Society of Professional Journalists] suggests that one do the following to help maintain  strong supporting evidence when writing:
 — Test the accuracy of information from all sources and exercise care to avoid inadvertent error. Deliberate distortion is never permissible.
 — Identify sources whenever feasible. The public is entitled to as much information as possible on sources' reliability.
-— Never distort the content of news photos or video. Image enhancement for technical clarity is always permissible. Label montages and photo illustrations.
+If your unsure of how to evaluate the credibility of a source then you should review the following wiki while on your quest to find credible sources: [http://www.wikihow.com/Evaluate-the-Credibility-of-a-Source Evaluate the Credibility of a Source ]
-— Admit mistakes and correct them promptly.
-— Expose unethical practices of journalists and the news media.
-— Abide by the same high standards to which they hold others.
 ==Consistent==