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Patriotism and Journalism

Edward R. Murrow said, ‘The terror is right here in this room.’

Reporting in Closed Societies

‘Every lie tells you a truth. If you just leave your eyes and ears open, it’s extremely revealing.’

Covering the Recall for a Spanish-Speaking Audience

The political editor of La Opinión found herself being interviewed by a lot of other reporters.

Scuttlebutt and Speculation Fill a Political Weblog

A newspaper columnist’s blog becomes a must-read on the campaign trail.

Campaign Coverage Without the Candidates

A Sacramento Bee reporter and photographer discover the anger of California’s voters.

The Watchdog Journalism Project Moves to the Web

‘We want to cajole, encourage, prod, stroke and, in the end, help create a sense of urgency and obligation to higher reporting standards.’

The New Knight Center at Walter Lippmann House

‘To the Niemans, there is no stationary state.’

Pressures for Media Reform in Korea

There are loud calls for changes in the way the press and government interact.

Writing Stories to Reach Young Adults

‘I put more of myself in stories by integrating my experiences and my thoughts and preferences in what I write.’

Celebrity Transforms Political Coverage

The Schwarzenegger campaign capitalized ‘on his celebrity to make ordinary journalism so marginally relevant to the outcome ….’