CBC guidance on calling 9/11 'terrorist attacks' draws criticism

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How did the left and right cover CBC guidance on calling 9/11 'terrorist attacks' draws criticism?

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Is CBC guidance on calling 9/11 'terrorist attacks' draws criticism left or right?

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Is the coverage of CBC guidance on calling 9/11 'terrorist attacks' draws criticism biased?

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Which side is not reporting CBC guidance on calling 9/11 'terrorist attacks' draws criticism?

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Which outlets covered CBC guidance on calling 9/11 'terrorist attacks' draws criticism?

51 that we know of, every one of them listed further up this page with a link to its own report and to what we hold on the publisher. Nothing here is a summary of somebody else's summary: the outlets are named so the original reporting can be read.

What is the CBC reportedly advising its journalists about referring to 9/11?

CBC has reportedly issued internal guidance advising journalists not to refer to the September 11 attacks as 'terrorist attacks' without attribution. The guidance suggests alternative phrasing such as 'the hijackings led to passenger jet crashes'.

How has the CBC responded to the reports about the guidance?

CBC's director of public affairs stated it is inaccurate to say journalists have been urged not to declare 9/11 a terrorist act. She said the broadcaster exercises caution and prefers attribution for the terms 'terrorist' and 'terrorism'.

Who has criticised the alleged guidance?

Canadian politicians, including Conservative MP Rachael Thomas, and media watchdogs have criticised the alleged guidance. They argue it is disrespectful to victims and an attempt to rewrite history.