The significance of George Seldes begs the question of what the true purpose of journalism is. Fortunately, Seldes was someone who knew that answer. He used journalism as a means of informing the public, especially in times of injustice, and upholding all governments — even those of foreign countries — to a high standard. He held them accountable for the moves they made and the words they said. Unfortunately, journalism today becomes caught up in more paparazzi-style, tabloid news, and journalists begin to write for the outlet, not the pubic. As a journalist, it is our duty to be the tie between the government and the peoples, as well as be the eyes and ears of all things important for those who may not have any means of acquiring such information. Seldes knew he did not want to work for an outlet, simply rewarded with a check at the end of the pay cycle. He was there for the people and created his own independent media outlet to prove it. Unfortunately, people today are also blind to the inaccuracies of some (maybe most) mainstream media outlets, but refuse to acknowledge that there is an objective side to every argument.