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October 23, 2024 at 11:30 AM

How much coverage of Trump is too much?

Poynter In this election cycle, media coverage of the unconventional and abnormal seems to trump coverage of the conventional and normal Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   How much coverage of Donald T…

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October 22, 2024 at 8:31 PM

📚 Get media literacy savvy this week

Poynter Learn what MediaWise is doing for Media Literacy Week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hi ,  Welcome to Media Literacy Week. We’re excited to share how MediaWise is promoting a healthy democracy and …

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October 22, 2024 at 2:34 PM

Powerful training for public media leaders

Poynter This week, learn about our executive training program for public media station managers, plus sessions to overhaul your crime coverage. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A powerful training opportunity …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 22, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Let’s take stock two weeks before the big Election Day

Poynter Two experts on polling have good reminders about polls’ accuracy and what they tell us — or don’t tell us, in this case Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Let’s take stock two weeks before the…

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October 21, 2024 at 3:59 PM

Why you should attend the Bowtie Ball 🎉

Poynter Get your tickets today for the Bowtie Ball with Robin Roberts. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Why you should attend the Bowtie Ball honoring Robin Roberts Dear ,  In light of recent natural disaster…

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October 21, 2024 at 11:30 AM

What should we make of all these polls? NBC News’ Steve Kornacki breaks it down

Poynter Take them all in, look at their trajectory and see if they are trending one way or another, the correspondent known for his map and khakis says Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   What should w…

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October 18, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Fox News and Bret Baier are still taking heat for the Kamala Harris interview

Poynter Everyone knew she was stepping into unfriendly territory. But, especially compared to Fox News’ treatment of Donald Trump, it was downright hostile. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Fox News…

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October 17, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Trump’s friendly town hall vs. Harris’ unfriendly interview

Poynter Both were on Fox News. But Trump’s town hall looked more like a campaign rally, while Harris’ interview felt more like a debate. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Donald Trump’s friendly Fox …

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

October 16, 2024 at 6:19 PM

Not passing through

Poynter 👋from the other side of Milton Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A high rise construction crane broke apart and crashed into the building across the street, which includes the offices of the Tampa Bay Time…

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October 16, 2024 at 11:31 AM

The pros and cons for Kamala Harris in her upcoming Fox News interview

Poynter Expect what interviewer Bret Baier typically offers: strong, tough questions with aggressive follow-ups. In a word: fairness. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The pros and cons for Kamala Ha…

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October 15, 2024 at 5:04 PM

Safe — and grateful — in St. Petersburg

Poynter Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   There's nothing stopping the power of Poynter — not even two back-to-back hurricanes. File photo, 2019. Hello from St. Petersburg, where Poynter’s staff is at…

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October 15, 2024 at 11:31 AM

New books from Bob Woodward, Bill Adair launch today

Poynter And more media news, tidbits and interesting links for your Tuesday morning Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   New books from legendary reporter Bob Woodward, PolitiFact founder Bill Adair lau…

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October 14, 2024 at 11:31 AM

The leftovers from Hurricane Milton are not filling

Poynter It is disappointing that, after the rain and wind go away, so does much of the attention from national TV news Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The leftovers from Hurricane Milton are not fi…

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October 11, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Hurricane Milton — the day after

Poynter It is now long gone from Florida, but the unwelcome guest left the state a mess that will take days, weeks and months to clean up. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Hurricane Milton — the day…

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October 10, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Storm coverage as Hurricane Milton slams into Florida

Poynter National and local news are each useful as a hurricane brews, but local news has a clear edge for those who live near landfall Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A look at storm coverage as Hu…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

October 9, 2024 at 12:34 PM

Getting news into NC

Poynter And ❤️❤️❤️ from FL Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Screenshot, text.bpr.org When power, internet and cell towers went down in western North Carolina, a group of journalists from different organization…

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October 9, 2024 at 11:31 AM

TikTok users more interested in entertainment than news

Poynter Only 5% of adult TikTok users follow accounts that post about the news, Pew Research found Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   TikTok users are more interested in pop culture and entertainment …

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October 8, 2024 at 4:06 PM

Are you a rising newsroom leader?

Poynter If so, consider applying for Essential Skills for Rising Newsroom Leaders, which closes this Friday. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Essential Skills for Rising Newsroom Leaders (December 2024) …

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October 8, 2024 at 11:30 AM

All eyes on Hurricane Milton

Poynter Both local and national coverage are ramping up as the historic storm approaches the Gulf Coast of Florida Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   All eyes on Hurricane Milton Noah Weibel…

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October 7, 2024 at 11:31 AM

As those hit by Helene work to recover, misinformation metastasizes

Poynter A rash of AI-generated imagery, false claims and outright disinformation is being spread in the wake of September’s devastating storm Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning, everyone.…

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October 4, 2024 at 11:30 AM

An Asheville-based journalist describes Helene’s aftermath

Poynter ‘My first instinct is to help report. This was the first time in my career I found myself, and my family’s well-being, dependent on reporting.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good morning,…

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October 3, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Tuesday’s VP debate might not matter … except for one moment

Poynter Look for Democrats to highlight JD Vance’s ‘damning nonanswer’ about the 2020 election from now until Election Day Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Tuesday’s VP debate might not matter … exc…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 4:59 PM

After Helene

Poynter ‘Neighbors are what’s getting us through this.’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A book sits in the street outside of a destroyed home in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, in Cedar Key, Fla., Friday, Sep…

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October 2, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Donald Trump to skip ‘60 Minutes’ interview

Poynter Appearing on ‘60 Minutes’ has become something of a tradition in American presidential politics. But Trump changed course and will not participate. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Donald Tru…

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October 1, 2024 at 2:02 PM

How to debunk health and vaccine misinformation

Poynter Our free webinar features Dr. Sanjay Gupta and a host of other experts to keep journalists sharp on the latest in debunking misinformation. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Hone your debunking skills a…

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

October 1, 2024 at 11:31 AM

The New York Times makes an endorsement

Poynter The editorial board blasted Donald Trump before reaching an unsurprising conclusion: ‘Kamala Harris is the only choice’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   The New York Times makes an endorseme…

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September 30, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Another debate, another big question: to fact-check or not?

Poynter Unlike the most recent presidential debate, CBS News says it will be up to the vice presidential candidates to fact-check one another Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   To fact-check or not: t…

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September 27, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Hoda Kotb to depart NBC’s ‘Today’ show

Poynter Don’t underestimate just how important Kotb — who helped ‘Today’ navigate through the Matt Lauer scandal — has been to NBC News Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Hoda Kotb to depart NBC’s ‘To…

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September 26, 2024 at 11:31 AM

How a comedian got canceled and lost out on his dream job

Poynter Hasan Minhaj faced backlash after a New Yorker article revealed embellishments in his comedy, costing him a chance to host ‘The Daily Show’ Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   How a comedian an…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

September 25, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Lost history? Search the archives.

Poynter And maybe add a typo 🙃 Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Illustraion by X. Peña, courtesy Enrique Limón. Growing up, a drawing of Enrique Limón’s great-grandfather looked out from a wall in Limón father…

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September 25, 2024 at 11:30 AM

The latest media news while a hurricane brews

Poynter There’s a hurricane headed Poynter’s way. Bear with us for the rest of this week. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Good Wednesday to you. One of the better things about working at the Poynte…

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September 24, 2024 at 4:04 PM

Leadership Academy for Women in Media applications are open

Poynter Designed for female and nonbinary journalists, this academy offers support, guidance and a robust alum network. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Get support, find camaraderie and advance your career in…

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  Tom Jones I Poynter · [email protected]

September 24, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Another major conflict of interest in the media

Poynter In the wake of Olivia Nuzzi-RFK Jr. scandal, New York Post fails to disclose GOP politics work of reporter covering Wisconsin races Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Another major conflict of…

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September 23, 2024 at 11:31 AM

A look at our latest project: The Poynter Report Podcast

Poynter Today we launch a new podcast based on the Poynter Report newsletter and hosted by senior media writer Tom Jones Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   A look at our latest project: The Poynter Re…

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September 20, 2024 at 11:31 AM

X marks the spot for lots of misinformation

Poynter Elon Musk seemingly spends his days coming up with new ways to use his social media platform as a toy for misinformation and divisiveness Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   X marks the spot fo…

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September 19, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Boom! The king of breaking sports media news breaks news of his own

Poynter NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski dropped his biggest Woj Bomb yet: He is stepping away from his $7 million salary and high-profile gig at ESPN. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Boom! The king o…

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September 19, 2024 at 11:15 AM

Fact-checkers confront misinformation surge on Elon Musk’s X

Poynter Plus, X’s Community Notes and YouTube’s experiment Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. It’s easier to find misinformation on X… Latest research on the effectiveness of fact-checker warning labels… Adobe surveys consumers…

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September 18, 2024 at 1:01 PM

Honoree spotlight: Robin Roberts ⭐

Poynter Reserve your Bowtie Ball seat today—tickets are selling fast. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Meet the Bowtie Ball’s honoree: Robin Roberts Hi ,  On Nov. 16, acclaimed journalist Robin Roberts will b…

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  Kristen Hare | Poynter · [email protected]

September 18, 2024 at 12:34 PM

What we’ve learned about AI

Poynter So far… Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Image via Poynter A few months ago, a group of very smart people gathered at Poynter for a summit on artificial intelligence. I attended with the goal of doing …

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September 18, 2024 at 11:31 AM

What’s next for Kamala Harris and meeting the press?

Poynter Don’t be surprised if she focuses on giving interviews to local news about regional issues instead of talking big-picture issues with major networks Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   What’s n…

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September 17, 2024 at 7:50 PM

Secure your spot with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, stat!

Poynter Journalists can help their communities stay safe from respiratory illness mis- and disinformation in our latest webinar. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   A trusted guide with an exclusive opportunity f…

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September 17, 2024 at 11:31 AM

Hey, Elon Musk, assassination jokes aren’t funny

Poynter Especially when the nation is completely on edge and the people you tweeted about are already facing death threats. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Hey, Elon Musk, assassination jokes aren’…

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September 16, 2024 at 11:31 AM

JD Vance continues to push conspiracy theory, blames media

Poynter Appearing on multiple news shows over the weekend, Trump’s running mate doubled down on the baseless claim that pets are being eaten in Ohio Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Blaming media, J…

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September 13, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Donald Trump says no more debates

Poynter He and his supporters are making the rounds criticizing debate moderators David Muir and Linsey Davis of ABC News Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Donald Trump says there will be no more deb…

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September 12, 2024 at 5:16 PM

Inside Pulitzer-Winning Books & Journalism

Poynter Get tickets for an exclusive Poynter Community Conversation. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   If you have a passion for great books, you won’t want to miss our upcoming Poynter Community Conversation: …

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  Tom Jones | Poynter · [email protected]

September 12, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Will there be another presidential debate?

Poynter Harris’s team says she’d do another. Trump’s team is trying to spin that as proof that she lost the first one. Trump himself is sending mixed signals. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Will th…

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September 11, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Take it back

Poynter ➕ other news from LION Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   After 10 years working in local news and 11 years covering the local news industry and training local journalists, I know the phrase “save local news” a…

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September 11, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Looking back at Tuesday night’s presidential debate

Poynter The moderators shined in doing something the first 2024 debate moderators didn’t do: a little fact-checking in real time Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Looking back at Tuesday night’s pres…

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September 10, 2024 at 2:56 PM

No direct reports but lots of big responsibilities?

Poynter Applications close Friday for Lead with Influence, designed for those who lead in big ways without direct reports. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   What participants say about Lead with Influence: 'It …

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September 10, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Get ready for tonight’s presidential debate

Poynter The last presidential debate changed the entire election. No one is expected to drop out after this one, but it could decide the next president. Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   OPINION   Get ready fo…

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