Monthly Archives: August 2007

Is ‘Journalism’ A Profession?

Posted on August 20, 2007 by Luke Ford

I loathe the term "journalism." It’s a transparent attempt to make "reporting" respectable and to give reporters more room to offer their opinions. I love how former New York Times Washington bureau chief Michael Oreskes said: "Matt Drudge and I … Continue reading →

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Blogs: All The News That Fits

Posted on August 20, 2007 by Luke Ford

Kevin Roderick posts: Today’s Times Opinion section runs another piece proclaiming the blogosphere lacking — this time in factual political reporting. It read to me as if journalism professor Michael Skube wasn’t familiar with the trend toward blogs by political … Continue reading →

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Black Columnist Larry Aubry

Posted on August 19, 2007 by Luke Ford

Jim Newton falls all over himself to praise "respected" Los Angeles Sentinel (a hysterical black newspaper) Larry Aubry in a 30-paragraph story that says nothing. It’s a complete waste of time. I read it carefully to look for one genuine … Continue reading →

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Morey Levovitz Resigning From Hillel Presidency

Posted on August 18, 2007 by Luke Ford

He’s had a troubled and controversial tenure. His proposal to revamp the school’s bylaws was soundly voted down by parents at Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy. Joe says: "That’s old news.  It was done with the outcome of the vote.  He … Continue reading →

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Rosa Colon Lost 10 Of Her 14 Kids To Child Protection Services

Posted on August 17, 2007 by Luke Ford

On August 10, 2007, and over the next week, I receive emails from Melvin  in Brooklyn: Because of the many accusations filed with CPS (Child Protection Services) by these people this woman [Rosa aka Rose] lost 10 of her 14 … Continue reading →

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