‘Gomez Ignorant of How Media Works’

‘Gomez ignorant of how media works’

(UPDATE) A UNIVERSITY of the Philippines (UP) journalism professor lashed out at Leyte 1st District Rep. Richard Gomez for accusing reporters of “orchestrated journalism,” calling the remarks a reflection of the lawmaker’s ignorance of how the press works.Gomez claimed journalists were engaged in “media spin” after he was urged to comment on flooding in Ormoc City.Danilo Arao, however, said the screenshots Gomez posted merely showed routine inte…

Richard Gomez tried to play Vico Sotto—but failed

Leyte 4th District Rep. Richard Gomez is facing backlash after accusing reporters of being part of a paid “media spin” and publishing their names and contact numbers on Facebook—an act denounced as reckless, unethical, and even a violation of data privacy. On August 28, Gomez posted screenshots of text and Viber messages from journalists seeking his side on a collapsed flood control project in Matag-ob, Leyte. Instead of addressing the issue rai…

Richard Gomez Believes Someone Is Orchestrating "Media Spin" Against Him

Richard Gomez slammed the alleged media spin against him Leyte Fourth District Representative Richard Gomez believed that someone is orchestrating a “media spin” against him. Gomez has been in public service for many years already. In the past, he served as Ormoc City Mayor. Being a politician, and someone who came from the entertainment industry, ... Read more The post Richard Gomez Believes Someone Is Orchestrating “Media Spin” Against Him app…