The media has a big role in society; they disseminate information which may shape the public’s opinion. On November 9, 2017, a newspaper titled Louis C.K. Is Accused by 5 Women of Sexual Misconduct was published in The New York Times. This article reported that famous comedian Louis C.K. was accused of sexual misconduct by 5 women. Great power comes with great responsibility, in this case, the media’s coverage of the allegations faced the moral dilemma of the balance between the duty to inform the public and the ethical responsibilities to minimize harm to victims in Journalism. In this…