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Is the public being well-served by the government’s protection of information?

In assessing coverage of war, contributors look for connections to the daily practice of journalism.

‘How well reporters handle this blizzard of claims and counterclaims will surely help shape the public debate on the matter ….’

‘If I could stomach dealing with BTU’s and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, my job would never be dull.’

Journalists’ focus ‘on religion and the presidency was unusual for an “objective” news media that usually relies on empirical evidence ….’

From reporting in Platts, complexities of energy issues can be woven together.

From homeland security to economic growth, energy issues weave their way into coverage as renewable energy sparks new controversies.

A study looks at whether the press failed in its reporting about the war.

‘Coverage of the administration’s record on civil liberties since September 11th has, in my judgment, been sadly inadequate.’

‘How do we protect against violence while protecting our image as noncombatants? How do we guard against danger without sealing ourselves off?’