Analysis of 47 U.S. journalism codes of ethics showed that only 9 addressed the issue of how to deal with images of violence or tragedy. However, specific issues related to violence during wartime and how to exhibit such graphic content is not addressed whatsoever throughout any of the 47 codes of ethics analyzed(Keith, Schwalbe,Silcock). Unlike physicians, photojournalists are not bound by an oath, which can make it ever more difficult to determine the appropriate approach when encountering a sensitive moment. Like I said previously, the debate surrounding the issue is well established and even ensues within the profession. Those who argue for increased regulation and censorship, believe that some photographs of human suffering or tragedy
