I think this paragraph, at the end of a CNN on line article, is part of the larger reason why the main stream media is loosing their position as the “go to” people for truth..

“Because of the Iranian government’s restrictions on newsgathering, CNN could not independently verify the reports.”

What has happened to the journalistic spirit, to find the truth, to dig for it if needed, to show some mettle the get the facts and then the courage to stand behind what you are reporting?