1.  NPR's mission, as stated on its website reads:  "The mission of NPR is to work in partnership with member stations to create a more informed public - one challenged and invigorated by a deeper understanding and appreciation of events, ideas and cultures. To accomplish our mission, we produce, acquire, and distribute programming that meets the highest standards of public service in journalism and cultural expression; we represent our members in matters of their mutual interest...." 
How did NPR violate its own mission by refusing the President of the United States' offer to be interviewed by NPR Senior Correspondent Juan Williams on the issue of race relations?

2.  Do you think that NPR's news boss Ellen Weiss was reasonable in turning down the President because he requested that he be interviewed by Juan Williams?  Explain your answer.