David Carr
Martin Baron's Plan to Save The Washington Post
The Catholic Bishops Move Even Further Away From Social Justice
The appointment of a new executive director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Department of Justice, Peace and Human Development doesn’t sound like earth-shaking news to most people. But social justice Catholics (as opposed to the abortion-firsters) have been awaiting the announcement ever since the bishops’ longtime anti-poverty lobbyist John Carr announced in June that he would be leaving after 25 years in the role. READ MORE >>
Would Duke Cunningham Get Away With It Today?
Living Specimen Of Liberal Caricature Found
Call me naive, but I have never before seen the kind of unvarnished East Coast snobbery displayed by New York Times media reporter David Carr here: That's actually repugnant. I don't actually think the sentiment reflects the general view of the Times, but I do think the Times deserves to be held accountable. If the newspaper lets reporter pop off on a talk show, then his opinions are going to represent the Times. READ MORE >>
The NYT's Public Editor Disaster
[Guest post by Isaac Chotiner] The New York Times is the best newspaper we have. It is full of brilliant writers and editors, and every day it provides a wealth of fascinating stories. It also makes its share of errors and mistakes. As the most important news organization in America, it certainly provides plenty of opportunity for commentary and debate. READ MORE >>
Is Murdoch Trashing the WSJ's Washington Coverage?
Junkie Lit
Wolff Trapped
Snuffle. Snuffle. Snuffle. The little black nose is cold and wet on my arm. "Gracie, stop that!" media writer Michael Wolff scolds the small, spastic spaniel wriggling next to me on the sofa. Gracie tumbles to the floor, but Trixie the cat soon takes her place and delivers an exploratory head butt. "No. No. No. Come on," says an embarrassed Wolff, leaning out of his high-backed red chair and waving an arm. READ MORE >>
