Science Journalism's Crystal Ball

Columbia Journalism Review by Cristine Russell | May. 7, 2009 (News Analysis)

In covering a crisis, it is crucial to quickly separate reliable information from speculation and hype—or, in the case of the fast-moving swine flu story, an epidemic from a pandemic. It’s easier, of course, if you have strong science and medical reporters on board. Full Story »

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 by Kaizar Campwala - May. 7, 2009

Though a story on science journalism, this is a opinion driven, vs. data driven story. However, the sources are all top reporters and editors in science journalism, and Russell manages to present the story with nuance.

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