Articles

A Retort to the Toxic Myth of the Self-Made in America

A Retort to the Toxic Myth of the Self-Made in America

Alissa Quart, NF ’10, on the reporting behind her book “Bootstrapped” The dark inspiration for “Bootstrapped: Liberating Ourselves From the American Dream” came from the news but also from my…
What Questions Should We Be Raising in These Uncertain Times? 

What Questions Should We Be Raising in These Uncertain Times? 

Chong-ae Lee, NF ’13, on the value of taking a step back and looking at the big picture Nearly two decades ago, I received a phone call from the news innovation…
Hey Journalists, Nobody Is Coming to Save Us

Hey Journalists, Nobody Is Coming to Save Us

In an era of mass layoffs and buyouts, it’s up to each and every one of us to be ready for the churn
Six Months Ago NPR Left Twitter. The Effects Have Been Negligible

Six Months Ago NPR Left Twitter. The Effects Have Been Negligible

The numbers confirm what many of us have long suspected — that Twitter wasn’t worth the effort, at least in terms of traffic
“A Lot of People Got Really Rich Off of What Happened Here:” How Hedge Funds Helped Destroy Local News

“A Lot of People Got Really Rich Off of What Happened Here:” How Hedge Funds Helped Destroy Local News

Margot Susca’s forthcoming book, “Hedged,” unravels the history of how the ultrawealthy are taking over America’s newspapers
“To Allow Yourself to be Seen So That You Can See Others is Very Powerful”

“To Allow Yourself to be Seen So That You Can See Others is Very Powerful”

Harvard Kennedy School Professor Marshall Ganz on leadership and the power of narrative for social change
Half a Billion Dollars for Local News

Half a Billion Dollars for Local News

From the September newsletter: A coalition of over two dozen foundations commits $500 million to local news
9 Hard Truths About Reviving Local News

9 Hard Truths About Reviving Local News

$500 million in philanthropic funding is a start, but let’s make sure we’re focusing on the right things
Diversity is at Risk in Twitter’s New Era

Diversity is at Risk in Twitter’s New Era

The changes to the platform pave an uncertain future for young, diverse voices in journalism
How to Pay Freelancers More Without Increasing Your Newsroom Budget  

How to Pay Freelancers More Without Increasing Your Newsroom Budget  

Follow these steps to create a more loyal, reliable, and productive contributor pool