When I wrote about a legislator’s role as an information analyst the comments initially centered on Sen. Bob Bennett because of a quote I had used despite my desire to not single anyone out. Later in the comments on that post I made this statement that deserves to be elevated to its own post here:
In [...]
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I realized after writing earlier this morning about the way new media is changing the news that my experience was a perfect example of the way that old and new media can interact to augment each other. It also pointed me to one of the key factors that is hurting existing media organizations and thus [...]
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With all the uproar over the showing of this video to elementary students I have been asked to weigh in on the video and whether it was appropriate to show it to the students. Of course others will have their own opinions and you are free to view the video yourself and let me know [...]
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The White House has decided to use a viral email (or at least an email they hope will go viral) to spread their health care reform message. In it they offer:
8 ways reform provides security and stability to those with or without coverage, 8 common myths about reform and 8 reasons we need health insurance [...]
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Looks like Mark Shurtleff just made an accidental pre-announcement about running against Senator Bennett:
Of course what his choice is should be a surprise to nobody. I thought it interesting that he’s talking up how much he will be raising. My first thought was that he must be trying to scare off any competitors. Of course [...]
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