On a depressing news day, this is the best thing I’ve heard. People like Sam Zell have ruined America, weakened the role of a free press, and destroyed journalism all in the name of adding to their already embarrassing riches. I pray this goes to trial and Zell goes down hard. Every [...]
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Los Angeles Times Reporters File Class-Action Lawsuit Against Sam Zell, Tribune
September 16th, 2008 · No Comments
Tags: Media Reform · journalism
The Rachel Maddow Show Set To Premiere As Host “On The Cusp Of Full-Blown Stardom”
September 8th, 2008 · No Comments
I am eagerly anticipating Maddow’s show. In my last post, I criticized Olbermann for his ego and crassness, even as I often agree with him. I’m hoping that Maddow brings a more level-headed, intellectual approach to her show, even as she presents the news with a point of view.
I’m embarrassed to say that I didn’t [...]
Tags: Media Reform · Spoke Digital Films · journalism
MSNBC Drops Keith Olbermann And Chris Matthews From Anchor Chair During Election Coverage
September 7th, 2008 · No Comments
Thank god MSNBC has come to their senses. As a progressive, I found their coverage embarrassing. Olbermann in particular presents himself only slightly more respectably than Bill O’Reilly. I agree with the majority of Olbermann’s positions, but his self-righteous denunciations were just crass and boorish. See Bill Moyers for an example [...]
Tags: Media Reform · journalism
