Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 13, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Vaccinated and unvaccinated sections at sporting events?

Poynter Plus, impatience about the outdoor mask order is building, a look at increasing inflation, why buffets may never return, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Vaccinated people will be separated from un…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 12, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Oklahoma gov. spokesperson dismisses reporter as an activist

Poynter Black Wall Street Times correspondent/senior writer Sarah Gray was seeking comment from Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt about a controversial bill. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Report author Tom Jone…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 12, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Is gasoline about to become the latest shortage?

Poynter Plus, the CDC’s ‘misleading statistic’ on outdoor transmissions, it's time to start talking about booster shots, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Is gasoline about to become the latest shortage? …

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

May 11, 2021 at 1:41 PM

There’s still time

Poynter To apply, to tune in, to reskill, to advance. Poynter is here to help. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   How is it already the middle of May? The time warp of the pandemic continues in my head. If that’s the c…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 11, 2021 at 11:30 AM

The Appeal announces a union drive, then layoffs

Poynter More than 90% of eligible workers have signed cards in support of The Appeal Union, which management has stated they plan to voluntarily recognize. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Report author To…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 11, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Three ways the gasoline pipeline hack may play out

Poynter Plus, an explanation of ransomware and the organization who caused this, when we will drop masks, a third vaccine dose in Britain, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Three ways the gasoline pipeline …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 10, 2021 at 11:31 AM

Gannett has seen revenues hammered by the pandemic

Poynter The first-quarter 2021 results for the biggest newspaper company in the U.S. saw audience revenues down 12.9% and print advertising down 24.9%. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Poynter Report author Tom Jo…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 10, 2021 at 10:00 AM

6 reasons businesses can’t find workers. Many are COVID-19-related.

Poynter Plus, how journalists should refer to a new variant, chicken is in short supply, vaccines are causing family feuds, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   6 reasons businesses can’t find workers. Many ar…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

May 9, 2021 at 12:00 PM

How student reporters investigated their campuses

Poynter Journalism’s future is in capable, enthusiastic and thoughtful hands Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A screenshot from the Morgan State University project. Poynter's College Media Project dove deep on…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 7, 2021 at 11:31 AM

The cozy relationship between DeSantis and Fox News

Poynter Plenty of media showed up to cover DeSantis’ signing of a controversial voting law. But only one news outlet was permitted in the room: Fox News.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The cozy relationship bet…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Meeting to approve Pfizer vaccine for young teens is next week

Poynter Plus, a majority of Americans favor proof of vaccine for travel and events, the pros and cons of lifting vaccine patent protections, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The meeting to approve the Pfiz…

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  The International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

May 6, 2021 at 1:04 PM

Fact-checkers to Facebook — put me in, coach

Poynter Fact-checkers advocate for an end to Facebook’s ban of fact-checking political figures. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. • In this edition you will find: • Fact-checkers react to the Facebook Oversight Bo…

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

May 6, 2021 at 12:30 PM

👋 I am still an optimist

Poynter Or at least I’m getting there Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By Maybe the glass is more like one-quarter full... (Image via Adobe) I have spent much of the time I’ve covered local ne…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 6, 2021 at 11:31 AM

Reaction to the whole Facebook-Donald Trump saga

Poynter My take? Trump’s words are reckless and that should be all the criteria Facebook needs to keep him off their site. Here are some other media takes. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Reaction to the whole Fa…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 6, 2021 at 10:00 AM

A new ruling puts the CDC’s eviction ban in peril

Poynter Plus, a ruling will decide whether someone can be fired for refusing a vaccine, CDC director defends kids wearing masks outdoors, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A new ruling puts the CDC’s COVID-…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

May 5, 2021 at 12:29 PM

Be a part of World Press Freedom week

Poynter With your help, we’re improving social justice coverage, encouraging diverse voices and celebrating facts. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   As a Poynter donor, you’re receiving this newsletter monthly so we c…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 5, 2021 at 11:32 AM

What did Donald Trump do ahead of Facebook's decision?

Poynter Trump started his own website. It’s not exactly Facebook. In fact, it’s pretty basic stuff. Kind of like Twitter for One. Or how about Only MySpace? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What did Donald Trump d…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 5, 2021 at 10:01 AM

The new strategy to reach a 70% vaccination rate by July 4

Poynter Plus, states must 'use or lose' dose allotments, FAA reports spike in unruly and maskless passengers, more schools will require vaccinations, and more Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The new strategy to rea…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 1:30 PM

Do you have a voice in your newsroom?

Poynter Racial reckoning and the future of news. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   This Thursday, May 6, join us for the third in a series of four conversations about what’s next in journalism — Diverse Voices and the…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 11:31 AM

A look inside the LA Times’ hiring of Kevin Merida as its next editor

Poynter The well-respected editor of The Undefeated will need to address the Times’ cultural issues and increase disappointing digital subscription numbers. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A look inside the LA Ti…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 4, 2021 at 10:01 AM

COVID-19 vaccines could be approved for teens this week

Poynter Plus, herd immunity might no longer be possible, why feeling fine after a vaccination is OK, why so many police officers are unvaccinated, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   COVID-19 vaccines could b…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

May 3, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Troubling corrections at the Post, the Times and NBC

Poynter These are legitimate and reputable news outlets that are constantly striving to get it right — and are as upset about these as anyone. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Troubling corrections at The Washingt…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

May 3, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Why do people have severe symptoms after second shots?

Poynter Plus, Biden may order the military to be vaccinated, TSA extends mask mandate for mass transit, how to help India, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Why do so many people have severe symptoms after …

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

May 2, 2021 at 12:00 PM

Takeaways from a major student-led investigation

Poynter Their thoughts on diversity and stress have implications for all student journalists Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   This week I was fortunate enough to talk to some outstanding students from the Investigat…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 30, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Chuck Todd on President Biden’s first 100 days

Poynter 'Biden is going to get a lot of what he’s asking for, but how he gets it and the process he has to go through ... may not be pretty to watch,' he said Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By C…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 30, 2021 at 10:01 AM

FEMA's plan to pay for funerals is not going smoothly

Poynter Plus, wipes are clogging sewer systems, a rental car shortage linked to computer chip supply, why you should slow down the vitamin C intake, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The FEMA plan to help p…

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  The International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 1:00 PM

Fact-checkers have the answers to Joe Rogan’s vaccine hesitancy

Poynter The podcast host’s comments illustrate the questions fact-checkers have been answering throughout the pandemic. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. • In this edition you will find: • A one-two punch for vacc…

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 12:30 PM

Here are some most excellent newsletters

Poynter (plays air guitar) Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves attend the premiere of "Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey" on July 18, 1991 at the Mann Chinese Theater in H…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 11:31 AM

How the media covered President Biden’s first speech to Congress

Poynter Biden spoke for more than an hour, painting an optimistic picture of America. So how did his speech play out according to the coverage? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By We help journali…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 29, 2021 at 10:00 AM

What difference would full FDA approval make?

Poynter Plus, the newest vaccine trial data, how a lack of truck drivers could lead to a summer fuel shortage, and the future of remote work. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What difference would full FDA approval …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 28, 2021 at 11:31 AM

Here we go again: Tucker Carlson is controversial, Fox News does nothing

Poynter Carlson’s commentary is so out there that it makes you wonder if he is now just seeing how far he can go before someone tells him to knock it off. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By Citiz…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 28, 2021 at 10:01 AM

Will the new mask guidance encourage vaccinations?

Poynter Plus, masks at issue in high school sports, thousands of third-graders will repeat the grade, hair donation charities are inundated, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Will the new mask guidance enco…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

April 27, 2021 at 1:39 PM

You are dedicated to facts.

Poynter We're obsessed, too, with facts and with your career success. Honor both inside. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Facts are always front of mind for us at Poynter. We are the global capital of fact-checking a…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 27, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Oscars’ ratings are as bad as the reviews. What happened?

Poynter The poor ratings and sluggish show felt completely COVID-driven. If the next year returns to normalcy, the ceremony — and ratings — might improve. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By Citiz…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 27, 2021 at 10:00 AM

New mask guidance is expected today

Poynter Plus, restaurants are pleading for workers, 8% are skipping second doses, US will share AstraZeneca doses with other countries, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   New mask guidance is expected today …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 26, 2021 at 11:31 AM

How have Joe Biden's first 100 days been?

Poynter Vice President Kamala Harris is in the thick of it in the White House Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By Citizens & Scholars Higher Education Media Fellowship Joe Biden approaches hi…

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  Barbara Allen · [email protected]

April 25, 2021 at 12:00 PM

Dan Rather: 'The work of student journalists is no less worthy than professional journalists'

Poynter The veteran newsman on a new award named in his honor — and advice from the first student winner Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Dan Rather spoke at Poynter in St. Petersburg, Florida, in 2016. (Photo by…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 23, 2021 at 11:30 AM

The flawed first official reports of George Floyd’s death

Poynter The lesson: Don’t take the police’s word as gospel and certainly not the whole story. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Looking back at the flawed first official reports of George Floyd’s death A pho…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Get festive about facts with Christiane Amanpour

Poynter Get tickets now to United Facts of America: A Festival of Fact-Checking!  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Christiane Amanpour is one of the most lauded voices in media across the world — and she's is ce…

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  Kristen Hare · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 1:34 PM

Journalists in MN ❤️

Poynter “These are our neighbors.” Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   An April 19 March in Minneapolis. (Photo: Jaida Grey Eagle/Sahan Journal) It would be easy to start where everyone was on Tuesday, as crowds…

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  International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Falsehoods about COVID-19 suicides are nothing new

Poynter The oft-repeated notion has been fact-checked at least 42 times by members of the CoronaVirusFacts Alliance  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. • In this edition you will find: • Fact-checkers confront fals…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 11:31 AM

Tucker Carlson’s rhetoric is dangerous

Poynter He and his guests questioned the fairness of the Chauvin verdict shortly after it came in. That irresponsibility seems just fine with his bosses. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By We hel…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 22, 2021 at 10:01 AM

The US will soon run out of people who want a vaccine

Poynter Plus, Russia’s Sputnik vaccine is 97.6% effective, India’s COVID-19 emergency, rashes appear in a small number of vaccine recipients, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Within a month, the US will ru…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 21, 2021 at 11:31 AM

The Derek Chauvin verdict: How did the media do with coverage?

Poynter The news networks did an outstanding job on a day that we knew was coming, but still came sooner than expected. It wasn't perfect, but it was good. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By We h…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 21, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Why are COVID-19 cases rising in the US?

Poynter Plus, lumber and steel prices are skyrocketing, diapers and other essentials are in short supply, and the value of cameras in courtrooms. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Why are COVID-19 cases rising in the…

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  Poynter Weekly Training Digest · [email protected]

April 20, 2021 at 1:39 PM

How will your newsroom be funded?

Poynter Explore creative funding models, plus a new coaching workshop and fact-checking events Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   We know all too well that journalism — particularly local news — has been under severe e…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 20, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Chauvin trial goes to the jury amid last-minute controversy

Poynter And now we wait. As the jury deliberates, the nation holds its breath, especially in Minnesota. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Sponsored By We help journalists support democracy   ‘What a day’ — …

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 20, 2021 at 10:01 AM

Study links AstraZeneca vaccine to blood clots. Now what?

Poynter Plus, looking at evidence that vaccines cause irregular menstrual cycles, Brazil tells women to 'avoid pregnancy,' and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A medical study linked the AstraZeneca vaccine to…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

April 19, 2021 at 11:30 AM

Nation looks to Minnesota as Chauvin trial nears an end

Poynter Closing arguments begin today and then the jurors will begin their deliberations. This likely will be a big week in Minneapolis. And in this country.  Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   The nation looks to M…

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  Al Tompkins | Poynter · [email protected]

April 19, 2021 at 10:00 AM

National Guard troops and police await the Chauvin trial verdict

Poynter Plus, the connection between the length of deliberation and trial outcome, the aftereffects of serving on a high-profile case, and more. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   More than 4,000 National Guard troops…

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