re: #166 ggt

I have to wonder how their mere presence there could influence events. I know I act differently when I know I’m being watched.

Propaganda is a powerful tool. The Vietnamese used it quite effectively.

And, really, how is the news truly accurate when all the reporters are in the same place witnessing the same events, getting the same info fed to them. How many are out there getting the story for themselves?

I know there are very good journalists in the field. I’m not at all satisified that we ever truly hear what they have to say unless they write a book. Those in the newspaper hierarchy are more concerned with selling ads and pleasing shareholders than they are in true journalism.

I think we miss-out on hearing from some truly talented and brave writers.

A lot depends on the precise medium. You get a lot more info from Richard Engel watching him on Maddow, where he has more time, than you do on the NBC Evening news. This is where the proliferation of media channels, outlets and technology is a plus.

Gotta sign off: we’re approaching ATL.