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"Community media matters because it helps us hear the range of voices that exist in the world," says Andrew Puddephat, warning that in an age of globalization, we need communication rights in order to protect human rights. From World Assoc. for Christian Comm. | |
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Lack of interest from editors, potential censorship and financial issues are behind the serious lack of reporting on the appalling health crisis in Central Asia, writes Jeremy Druker. From Transitions Online | |
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Cynthia Cotts on why so many pundits seem to be downplaying the Enron debacle and why it most certainly IS a "political scandal." From The Village Voice Plus: Financial writer Paul Krugman defends himself. Also see: Journalists' role in the mess. | |
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Wendy Day explains exactly what goes into a record deal and why the artist isn't the one getting rich off a hit. From Pop and Politics Plus: Hip hop's image, marketing and authenticity. | |
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Miriam Grace A. Go discusses the conflicts of interest when journalists join the government, with practical suggestions on resolving ethical dilemmas, such as adding ombudsmen and emphasizing continuing education. From Center for Media Freedom and Responsibility | |
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Ellen Sung is an online reporter and news junkie who wonders why a newspaper can't be more like a Web site. From The Poynter Institute | |
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In United Arab Emirates, the Middle East's first e-government venture is bypassing bureaucracy by automating services such as car registration — and getting glowing reviews. By Meena S. Janardhan. From Digital Freedom Network | |
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"Rightwing blondes are so plentiful in public affairs TV they're a cliché," writes Dennis Hans. "But where are their ideological opposites? Nowhere." A sardonic but astute plan to give equal time across the political spectrum. From Common Dreams | |
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Our conversations, institutions and even thought patterns are increasingly determined by the imperatives of technology, warns David Orr. He suggests slowing down for greater wisdom and civility. From Utne Reader Online | |
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Slanted coverage by NBC, Fox News, Clear Channel Communications and Tampa newspapers and radio led to the firing of a local Arab-American professor — showing what happens when journalists abandon their role as unbiased observers, says Eric Boehlert. From Salon.com | |
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