It can be tricky to remove all potential bias from a news article because there are many forms that bias can take. In journalism, bias isn’t always obvious. One of the most common pitfalls for journalists is to remove information from its proper context. For instance, let’s say Joan the journalist is reporting on a town official, Willy, who has been accused of misappropriating public funds. Joan finds a quote from a years-old interview with Willy, in which he said, “I love taking expensive vacations.” Printing the quote as is wouldn’t be inaccurate, but it lacks context, particularly if Willy had gone on to say, “I’m fortunate that my wife is a travel agent, and we get great discounts on travel expenses.” See how context can make a substantial difference in meaning? Journalists must always consider whether facts require context to reveal their true, intended meaning.