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RN pasa a Mellado al Tribunal Supremo tras confesar que filtró grabación sobre reunión privada en Cerro Castillo

By Eric Sterling
Published in Politica Nacional
June 16, 2023
1 min read
RN pasa a Mellado al Tribunal Supremo tras confesar que filtró grabación sobre reunión privada en Cerro Castillo

So, there was this crazy article I read about RN (a Chilean political party) moving journalist Patricio Mellado to the Supreme Court after he admitted to leaking a recording of a private meeting in Cerro Castillo. Long story short, he filmed and shared a video of some politicians discussing a letter that criticized the police for their handling of the protests. Pretty sneaky stuff, I’d say. RN is pretty pissed because Mellado violated their ethical code and put them in a compromising position by revealing confidential information. Honestly, I’m not surprised by any of this. Politics can get dirty, and journalists often have to make some tough calls to get the truth out there. I hope Mellado knew what he was doing when he made that decision.

This move reflects a growing tension between the press and political elites in Chile, where there is a growing mistrust of the media and an increasing number of journalists being targeted by both the government and the public. As someone who follows politics, I can say that this is a worrying trend and highlights the importance of protecting journalistic freedom and the right to information. At the same time, the media also needs to be held accountable for their actions and ensure that they are not engaging in unethical behavior that could harm the public or undermine their social responsibilities.

In conclusion, this article highlights the complex and sometimes challenging relationship between the media and politics in Chile, and raises important questions about the role and responsibilities of journalists in a democratic society. As citizens, we should be vigilant about the actions of our government and hold them accountable for their decisions, while also supporting the press and their right to report on issues that matter to us. After all, the truth may be difficult to hear at times, but it’s always worth knowing.


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