Andrea Batista Schlesinger

Post-forum: the discussion continues

Great discussion at tonight's forum on the media and the 2005 elections. More thoughts in a bit, but first wanted to follow-up on a promise to offer an open thread with this question:

Despite the openness of the reporters on the panel, the audience still seemed frustrated with the press and its role in engaging the public in a serious discussion of the issues at stake in elections.

The reporters didn't necessarily see it as their job to do that. It's up to the candidates, they said. Be compelling and we'll cover you. Talk about issues and we'll cover them.

But what if they don't?

How do we hold the press accountable for covering the issues and the campaigns fairly?

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Posted at 9:27 PM, Nov 16, 2005 in Media | New York
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