The press's role as a watchdog on government

Drawing on more than 80 interviews with key figures in the print, broadcast and electronic media, and with unequaled, behind-the-scenes access to some of today's most important news organizations, Frontline correspondent Lowell Bergman examines the challenges facing the mainstream news media, and the media's reaction, in "News War," a special four-part series. Full Story »

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Dale Penn
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by Dale Penn - Oct. 1, 2008

Wonderful piece with commentary by some of the country's best journalists about the role of journalism in our government/political sphere. Perfect for the discussion on Media and Politics.

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by Leo Romero - Oct. 1, 2008

Interview excerpts relating to the role of the press as watchdog. Submitted for review at our Media & Politics Forum: http://beta.newstrust.net/webx/.f086ab6

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