Journalists as playwrights
Article Abstract:
Donald Drake, assistant metro editor for narrative at 'The Philadelphia Inquirer' newspaper, believes that journalists must embrace literary methods to support the growth of journalism. Drake feels strongly that journalists should write more about dramatic events and processes. He also cautioned reporters about filling preconceived notions and stressed the importance of adopting a new vocabulary that supports stage terms when writing investigative stories.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 1998
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How clean is your river?
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Journalists can utilize various government resources in their investigation of water pollution. These include the EPA's Web sites, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems' report on discharge violations and states' 305(b) report on water pollution. Reporters can also examine the results of water pollution studies conducted by various government agencies, including the Geological Survey and National Resources Defense Council.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 1998
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