The work of Barlett & Steele: why is it so controversial?

Article Abstract:

The investigative team of Donald L. Barlett and James B. Steele of the Philadelphia Inquirer wrote one of the most debated exposes in the history of journalism. In the 1991 article 'America: What Went Wrong? and the 1996 follow-up 'America: Who Stole the Dream,' they described how lawmakers, presidents, executive branch rule makers, corporate executives, Wall Street financiers and lobbyists collaborated to ruin the standing of middle-class Americans. Their work is controversial because they created a new kind of journalism that has an unprecedented scope and employs advanced, hybrid techniques.

Achievements and awards, Journalists, Middle classes, Middle class, Barlett, Donald L., Steele, James B.

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Drawing conclusions from investigative reporting: where should journalists draw the line?

Article Abstract:

Journalist Gary Webb's revelations about the Central Intelligence Agency's alleged involvement in crack cocaine sales have elicited both public appreciation and criticism. The series 'Dark Alliance: The Story Behind the Crack Explosion,' published in the San Jose Mercury News, is compelling and impressive. However, critics query its motives, reportage, presentation and findings. Together with other controversial investigations, the San Jose project has put to test the ethos of journalism in the 1990s by problematizing journalists' obligation to practice or eschew expert journalism.

Reports, Criticism and interpretation, San Jose Mercury News (Newspaper), Webb, Gary

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Reporting on the run: when chasing eleventh-hour allegations, the truth can be elusive and inconclusive

Article Abstract:

Investigative journalists should exercise tact and caution when dealing with stories on the improprieties committed by political figures. Charges of this nature, also known as eleventh-hour allegations, are difficult to substantiate and report, specially if the subject under investigation is still to be nominated into office. Public opinion towards exposes of this nature are not always favorable, however, members of the media should always bear in mind that they are responsible for informing the public on the foibles of their public servants.

Practice, Politicians, Journalism

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