When Is It Appropriate To Use Anonymous Sources?

     It is appropriate to use anonymous sources to a certain extent. Using sources in general gives the story a better perspective. If the story being reported is very embarrassing and personal or might harm someone's safety then it is better to use anonymous sources. If the source is private and shy then anonymous would be better to that source. If the source is a public figure and is purposely giving there lives away for newsworthiness the anonymous sources are not well to use. This might also affect libel because that means the reporter is responsible for hurting or embarrassing a person. Just remember to be delicate on that subject.