CBC Reverses Editorial Directive Not to Call 9/11 a Terrorist Attack After Backlash

The director of the FBI and Conservatives had criticized the public broadcaster for its editorial policy

CBC Reverses Editorial Directive Not to Call 9/11 a Terrorist Attack After Backlash

TL;DR

  • CBC News is altering its policy on using the word 'terrorist' for the 9/11 attacks.
  • The change requires attribution when the term is used.
  • A leaked memo from CBC's senior director of journalistic standards sparked criticism.
  • The director clarified that the memo was amplified without full context.