“Being right is necessary but not sufficient. We also strive to be impartial. We are agnostic as to where a story may lead; we do not go into a story with a preconceived notion. We do not manipulate or hide facts to advance an agenda. We strive to preserve our independence from political and economic interests . . .”
Bill Keller in the Magazine section of today’s NYT.
He was writing about journalists, and the New York Times, but substitute “investigation” with “story” and you get my own opinion on the workplace investigator’s role. Staying impartial and avoiding any influence from others can be challenging, but it is crucial that we do so.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/27/magazine/mag-27lede-t.html?ref=todayspaper
