Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 5, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Getting ready for the GOP debate with NewsNation political analyst Chris Stirewalt

Poynter It's No. 4, Trump's still not there, what's the point? Political veteran explains why debates matter Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Getting ready for Wednesday’s GOP debate with NewsNation…

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December 4, 2023 at 12:30 PM

This week’s Sunday shows stirred up strong takes

Poynter Appearing on CNN, Sen. Lindsey Graham had a warning for former Rep. Liz Cheney. Meanwhile, both Cheney and Jen Psaki had warnings for America. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   ‘Sleepwalking …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

December 1, 2023 at 12:32 PM

Vox and Condé Nast hold layoffs

Poynter Vox laid off at least 20 people in its second round of layoffs this year. Meanwhile, Condé Nast began an announced round of 270 layoffs. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Vox and Condé Nast h…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 30, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Don’t dismiss Donald Trump’s MSNBC rant

Poynter It’s worth remembering just how dangerous it is to have a president constantly attack a profession specifically mentioned in the Constitution. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Don’t miss — o…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

November 29, 2023 at 1:44 PM

About all that 💰 coming into local news

Poynter A Press Forward primer Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Something exciting is coming soon. We don’t know a lot about it. We think it’s going to be good.  I could be talking about Santa Claus or the many whit…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 29, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Advertisers are backing away from Elon Musk’s X

Poynter Is his reckless and odd behavior with his social media toy finally catching up with him? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Advertisers are backing away from Elon Musk’s X X owner El…

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  Deborah Read, The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 3:01 PM

This Giving Tuesday, help strengthen journalism and democracy

Poynter Show your support for Poynter with a gift from the heart. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Anderson Cooper at Poynter’s Bowtie Ball on November 18, 2023. (Photo by Carrie Pratt/Poynter) Dear ,  Will…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 2:30 PM

The truth about American crime coverage

Poynter How your newsroom can go from “If it bleeds, it leads” to prioritizing public safety. That and more Poynter training opportunities. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   American newsrooms often botch crim…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 28, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Reports of AI use at Sports Illustrated are disturbing, not surprising

Poynter It’s unsettling, especially from such a storied name. But comments from its parent company should have told us it was coming. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Reports that Sports Illustrated…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 27, 2023 at 12:30 PM

A Fox News question only tells half the story

Poynter Fox News’ Lucas Tomlinson asked President Biden a question and used the moment to gin up coverage about Biden’s age. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A Fox News question only tells half the …

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 21, 2023 at 2:30 PM

A great big grab bag of gratitude

Poynter During this season of thanks, we've got a few things to share. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What's on Poynter's grateful list this year? Journalism, of course — and you. During this week of gi…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 20, 2023 at 12:30 PM

What 19 Poynter employees are thankful for in journalism

Poynter The growth of worker-owned media, Spanish-language fact-checking, ProPublica’s powerhouse reporting and … ChatGPT? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning and happy Thanksgiving week. …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 17, 2023 at 12:30 PM

A sideline reporter admitted that she made things up

Poynter Charissa Thompson did what has to be the worst thing a journalist could do. It’s inexcusable. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A former sideline reporter stunningly admitted that she made thi…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 16, 2023 at 12:30 PM

How The Washington Post decided to show graphic mass shooting images

Poynter ‘We just felt that there was a lack of understanding of what actually happens in these shootings,’ the Post’s executive editor told Poynter. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   How The Washingt…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

November 15, 2023 at 1:49 PM

‘Good for students, good for democracy’

Poynter Exploring the potential for public radio and universities Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Photo by Chris Evans This newsletter covers what’s working in local news. See something I should feature? Let…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 15, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Confronting Trump supporters about Trump’s words

Poynter It’s critical for journalists to ask Republican Party leaders and members what they think about Trump’s terrifying language. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Confronting Trump supporters abo…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 14, 2023 at 2:32 PM

Fox News book explores Trump's 'Big Lie'

Poynter Hear what Poynter's senior media writer learned from the author of this 'deeply researched' book. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What a Fox News expert told Poynter's senior media writer There’s…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 14, 2023 at 12:30 PM

News media call out Trump’s dangerous words

Poynter Instead of simply restating Trump’s disturbing Veterans Day speech, some news outlets pointed out his use of the language of dictators. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   News media call out T…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 13, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Q&A: Brian Stelter on his new Fox News book

Poynter In ‘Network of Lies,’ Stelter’s meticulous reporting looks at the role Fox News played in Donald Trump’s desire to stay in power. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A Q&A with Brian Stelte…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 10, 2023 at 12:30 PM

The next GOP debate includes a curious moderator choice

Poynter It’s fair to ask if Megyn Kelly can still be considered a journalist, if she ever really was one at all. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The next GOP debate includes a curious moderator cho…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 9, 2023 at 12:30 PM

How'd the moderators do in the third debate?

Poynter There might not be a more difficult job in all of TV journalism than hosting a political debate. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   How did the moderators do in the third GOP presidential deba…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

November 8, 2023 at 1:44 PM

Evergreen guides make sense of the news

Poynter Santa Cruz Local on a strategy that’s working Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   (Screenshot, Santa Cruz Local) This newsletter covers what’s working in local news. See something I should feature? Let m…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 8, 2023 at 12:30 PM

The question that candidates should answer in tonight’s debate

Poynter Will someone ask them about the only person who really matters on the Republican side at the moment? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The question that moderators should ask in tonight’s GOP…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM

Get answers about the 2024 U.S. election

Poynter Register to join our free fact fest happening now through Wednesday. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Get real talk about the 2024 U.S. presidential election with experts Peter Benzoni of the …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 7, 2023 at 12:30 PM

Gannett hired a Taylor Swift writer. Now what?

Poynter Burning questions about access, timing, target audience and more abound. The coverage will be fascinating to watch. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Gannett hired a Taylor Swift writer. Now …

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

November 3, 2023 at 6:12 PM

📣 More Bowtie Ball tickets just dropped!

Poynter Get your ticket to meet Anderson Cooper before we sell out again. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Great news, ! We just released a limited number of tickets to this year’s annual Bowtie Ball, honorin…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 3, 2023 at 11:30 AM

White House condemns remarks made on Fox News

Poynter ‘Fox News owes an apology to every single viewer for this sickening attack on the rights and dignity of their fellow Americans.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Just a housekeeping note bef…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 2, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Country star tries to defend his controversial song and video

Poynter Jason Aldean discussed ‘Try That in a Small Town’ with ‘CBS Mornings’ in his first network interview since the song became a hot-button issue. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Country star t…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

November 1, 2023 at 12:44 PM

Beyond police blotters

Poynter How Outlier and partners are covering crime Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Screenshot, Outlier Media This newsletter covers what’s working in local news. See something I should feature? Let me know. …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

November 1, 2023 at 11:30 AM

The First Amendment protects the guys yelling on sports shows, too

Poynter It was proven once again this week when a lawsuit by Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre against Hall of Fame tight end Shannon Sharpe was dismissed. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Those …

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

October 31, 2023 at 1:52 PM

How are you preparing to cover 2024?

Poynter Register to attend our free festival of fact-checking Nov. 6-8. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Help your audience get their facts straight before another election year This time next year, Ameri…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 31, 2023 at 11:31 AM

Joe Biden the latest to criticize NYT coverage

Poynter The president reportedly ‘fumed’ over a Times headline about an explosion at a Gaza City hospital that was later updated. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Joe Biden is the latest to criticiz…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 30, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Jake Tapper’s blistering commentary about Marjorie Taylor Greene

Poynter ‘The degree to which some folks only pretend to care about antisemitism when they can weaponize it never ceases to amaze.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Jake Tapper’s blistering commentar…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 27, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Reporter calls out lawmakers following Maine shootings

Poynter ‘I have not heard anyone who is jarred by this latest mass shooting because, unfortunately, it has become normalized.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Reporter calls out lawmakers following…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 26, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Popular sports radio host threatens to quit on air

Poynter Was it a radio bit or cautionary tale? Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Popular sports radio host threatens to quit on air: radio bit or cautionary tale? Sports radio and TV host C…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

October 25, 2023 at 12:49 PM

Building truths and myths in Marfa

Poynter How one Texas podcast is making tourism for locals Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Screenshot, Marfa Public Radio If you Google “Marfa, Texas,” Marfa Public Radio’s executive director likes to joke, …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 25, 2023 at 11:31 AM

A tale of two polls: media consumption and trust are down

Poynter Americans are following the news less closely than they used to, and 39% of American adults have no trust in it at all. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A tale of two polls: media consumptio…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

October 24, 2023 at 1:30 PM

What's your best career advice?

Poynter Add to the discussion and read what our recent attendees thought. Plus, training to enhance your beat reporting and trustworthiness. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   'Make a list and just go for it.' …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 24, 2023 at 11:30 AM

NYT explains Gaza hospital blast headline change

Poynter ‘The early versions of the coverage … relied too heavily on claims by Hamas,’ the Times says Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   NYT explains Gaza hospital blast headline change A gir…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 23, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Word choice matters, especially when covering a war

Poynter Journalists are generally hunting for the most accurate and objective terms to use, but their decisions can signal all sorts of things to audiences. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Word cho…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 20, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Trust in media is near a record low

Poynter Only 7% of adults have a ‘great deal’ of trust in news media, a new Gallup poll found. 38% say they have none at all. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   American trust in media is near record …

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  International Fact-Checking Network · [email protected]

October 19, 2023 at 12:38 PM

The fact-checking turn to debunking, explained

Poynter A Q and A with Lucas Graves Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Fact-checkers and the flood of social media misinformation: A Q&A with Lucas Graves Not so many years ago, fact-checking went hand-i…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 19, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Covering the war ... and trying to get it right

Poynter The usual reliable news sources continue to be reliable — but not perfect. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Covering the war … and trying to get it right A Palestinian girl carries…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

October 18, 2023 at 12:44 PM

Covering war

Poynter Poynter guidance around covering Israel and Gaza Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   When you work in local news, chances are you won’t be covering what’s happening on the front lines of international conflicts.…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 18, 2023 at 11:31 AM

The fog of war envelops social media

Poynter Hamas and the Israeli government are pioneering ways to shape public opinion about the war through Telegram, X and other social sites. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The fog of war envelop…

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  The Poynter Institute · [email protected]

October 17, 2023 at 1:33 PM

Resources for complex assignments and challenging times

Poynter Fortify your knowledge of the Gaza conflict, take better care of your mental health and enroll in our last Beat Academy of the year. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Protesters calling for a cease…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 17, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Sean Hannity gets involved in the speaker vote

Poynter The popular Fox News personality reportedly has gone as far as to question Republican representatives on why they wouldn’t vote for Jim Jordan. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Fox News’ Sea…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 16, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Pete Davidson offered the right words

Poynter Instead of a cold open about the news of the week, this weekend’s ‘SNL’ began with a plea to stand for humanity. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Pete Davidson offered the right words about …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 13, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Journalists are often used in AI-generated misinfo

Poynter But cheaper tricks may still be more troubling Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Journalists are often used in AI-generated misinfo, but cheaper tricks may still be more troubling G…

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October 12, 2023 at 11:30 AM

Why The Washington Post is reducing its staff

Poynter Audiences, subscriptions, print revenue and digital advertising are all down by double digits, and its CEO says it ‘overshot on expenses.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Why The Washington…

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