The news business is in the news: MinnPost...

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Lynn G. Nov 8, 2007, 8:10am UTC

Makes sense to me. I've always thought the "we won't mention those other organizations" as something of a silly dodge. We all know that you know each other and work together, so why the pretense that "those other guys" don't exist? The more open discussion there is of journalism, the better to keep the whole system open and transparent, IMO.

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Gary Fischbach Nov 8, 2007, 10:14am UTC

If its run by Joel Kramer, expect a leftward leaning journalists and topics.

You have to get your information from various sources. EVERY, yes EVERY site or station has their information gatekeeper. So, you have to get your news from a variety of sources on BOTH sides of the politcal aisle.

Look at MPR, they pride themselves(or pat themselves on the back or think they are legends in their own minds) on being "Unbiased". Do actually think there will be any guest onthe Kerri Miller show that will show the other side of the arguement that Paul Krugmen was making. I doubt it.

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Julia Schrenkler Nov 8, 2007, 10:57am UTC

"The more open discussion there is of journalism, the better to keep the whole system open and transparent, IMO." - Lynn G. I'd like to believe that, Lynn. It doesn't always seem to work that way.

Gary, their site is displaying a launch announcement right now, but for awhile it displayed a list of the journalists that were participating. When it is up, I'd like your take on it. Hope you submitted that suggestion to the Midmorning team.

No feline-esque icon necessary, the chive. I suppose we should consider media just another form of business reporting. Acknowledging a parent / subsidiary is good (read: transparent) form. Despite what people might think, I know people are smart enough to see the connections, and not reflecting them in coverage is just plain cheap.

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Diana Raabe Nov 8, 2007, 11:13am UTC

Gary is right about various sources and so it's fine for the msm to report on themselves as long as we are free to read many independent reports as well.

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Diana Raabe Nov 8, 2007, 11:15am UTC

BTW, I listened to MPR's interview with conservative pundits and it was certainly just as fair as when they similarly interviewed liberals the day before.

Is it possible that the more centrist interviews are simply more popular than conservative ones? (just a question - please don't shoot the messenger)

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Gary Fischbach Nov 8, 2007, 11:59am UTC

10 minutes with the Power Line Blog guys is equal time? They had no time to discuss policy as Mr Krugman did. Scott Johnson was basically explaining his website and the general state of politics to people who don't or won't go to his website.

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Beryl Singleton Bissell Nov 8, 2007, 2:03pm UTC

I checked it out briefly and think it is one heck of a great idea but to make sure that it's offering stuff of value I've made it my home page for a while. That way I can check out what these journalists are doing in the way of "quality reporting."

By the way, did I hear correctly that The Loop is broadcasting from Duluth tonight? I just checked their site and it seems to be sold out but the address is St. Paul. I thought I hear Jeff mention this on the radio the other day. Could you get back to me on this Julia? I sent them an email but I don't know how soon I'll hear back. Bullying sounds like it will be a wow of a topic and I'd love to be there.

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paul l. Nov 8, 2007, 2:25pm UTC

I think it shows a level of confidence to acknowledge the existence of competing news sources. A level that news organizations should aspire to.

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Julia Schrenkler Nov 8, 2007, 2:40pm UTC

First let me quickly respond to Beryl - no, the show taping is not happening in Duluth, but is broadcast across all our Minnesota stations. I just got off the phone with Jeff and we pondered what it would be like to take the show on the road. In the meantime, everyone should know that you're welcome to attend a taping (RSVP Required. Lemme repeat that: REQUIRED.) in the future here at MPR. They're free and if you're in town, I'd love to know you're here.

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Julia Schrenkler Nov 8, 2007, 2:54pm UTC

"Gary is right about various sources and so it's fine for the msm to report on themselves as long as we are free to read many independent reports as well." - Diana I wonder if there's a magic number or a certain spread when it comes to sources...

Thanks for joining the discussion Beryl. I'm interested in your perspective on the site, so please don't hesitate to comment again.

paul, it is a business. I'd like to think any news organization can approach it that way. Or maybe in this new Internet powered world, we should be open about how it affects us personally? Pros and cons, pros and cons...

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