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Why is journalism as a career almost impossible to do in a kosher way?
Asked on April 10, 2026
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Journalism is almost impossible to do kosherly, as the profession inherently violates Torah laws against lashon hara, rechilut, and falsehood. It destroys lives by constantly disclosing private, often unverified, information. Driven by agendas and sensationalism over truth, most journalism is biased and dishonest. This path leads to severe spiritual repercussions; Jews who care for their neshama should avoid it, writing only kosher content like Divrei Torah instead.
