I don't think journalists should "friend" sources on Facebook. If nothing else, it might raise expectations of a relationship where one doesn't really exist. Some of the freelance reporters I work with want to "friend" me and I don't feel comfortable about it. I'm on Facebook to keep in touch with friends. For professional relationships, there is LinkedIn.
I know some journalists use Facebook as a promotional tool. They post links to their columns and stories. But in those instances, I don't think posters expect more than they get.
I keep business relationships off my Facebook page, because there are some times when I just don't like to be reminded of work.
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Brenda,
I understand your concerns. Honey, I have high school friends I have ignored on facebook. A former co-worker who works at the Washington Post told me she didn't use Facebook because she didn't want to be easily found - hmmm.
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