Question

If a reporter has done his or her research about a story, is there any need to include interviews with the public in a report?

Yes, as long as the interviewees pay money to share their thoughts.

Yes, because good interviews can add credibility to any news story.

No, because interviews will always destroy credibility in a news story.

No, unless the interviewees will agree to make a large donation.

Answer 1

@SWAG @Captain_Page_Turner

Answer 2

@Spectrum

Answer 3

Yes, because good interviews can add credibility to any news story.

That makes the most sense. Saying that paying interviewees to share their thoughts is a requirement can impact the credibility of the interview itself and the credibility of the story. And interviews may not destroy credibility in a news story -- they might destroy an argument being made in the story, but still be a good part to add to the narrative being made.