1. In his report, Mr. O’Connor asks the question:  “Would journalists, producers, and network executives bow to the will of the Chinese government in how they report on the facts surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic?”  He implies they would based on their connections to major Hollywood studios.

Jim Geraghty tweeted:  “This is the kind of journalism I can create because I don't have to worry about a parent company's access to the Chinese market” about his article ”The Comprehensive Timeline of China’s COVID-19 Lies."

Consider the ties CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS have to entertainment companies who must please the Chinese communist government in order to have access to their billion+ customers.

What do you think about the assertion that these media outlets allow Chinese censors to influence how they report on the communist government’s COVID-19 response, cover-up and responsibility? Do Mr. Geraghty and Mr. O’Connor make a legitimate argument? Explain your answer.

2. Consider the CNN "news" report and headline on the Chinese navy.  What is your reaction to their initial report and decision to change the headline and part of the article once the propaganda was criticized?

3. Ask a parent the same questions. Discuss your answers.