The big one: trials and tribulations of high-stakes journalism

Article Abstract:

The investigative reporting of Gary Webb, author of 'Dark Alliance: The CIA, the Contras, and the Crack Cocaine Explosion' is discussed. Topics addressed include the negative press Webb received after the publication of his article that linked the US Central Intelligence Agency with the integration of crack cocaine into the Los Angeles ghettos.

Webb, Gary, Dark Alliance: The CIA, the Contras, and the Crack Cocain Explosion (Book)

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Attacks on style and substance

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Issues discussed concern the style and reporting techniques of investigative journalist Seymour Hersh, whose book, 'The Dark Side of Camelot,' has inspired much criticism from other journalists in the field. Topics addressed include Hersh's coverage of Pres John F. Kennedy's scandals, as well as the reporting highlights of his career.

Kennedy, John F., Hersh, Seymour, The Dark Side of Camelot (Book)

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Passion and power in investigative stories

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Issues discussed concern the investigative reporting techniques of newspaper journalists Anne Hull and Katherine Boo. Topics addressed include writing stories that are infused with personal and social passion, taking new angles on the news, and creating characters in journalistic writing.

Practice, Hull, Anne, Boo, Katherine

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