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Tracing the race to nuclear superiority

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A chronology is presented on a long-term investigation into the nuclear weapons industry, focusing on the construction of a plutonium plant in Colorado during the Cold War era. Topics include local politicians' selection of short-term gain, such as employment, over long-term public health and safety risks.

Author: Ackland, Len
Publisher: Investigative Reporters & Editors Inc.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 1999
Cover Story, Nuclear industry, Media coverage, Weapons industry

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Public records: developing a comprehensive state guide

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A journalist describes how a handbook that describes the contents of public records aids journalists. Such a handbook describes the rights to public records and processes so that journalists are able to obtain information they need to proceed with investigative stories.

Author: Adams, Joe
Publisher: Investigative Reporters & Editors Inc.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 2000
Management, Public records

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Going undercover

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An investigative newspaper reporter shares his experiences working undercover as a janitor in a hospital to expose patient mismanagement and Medicaid fraud. The reporting techniques used to responsibly expose fraudulent practices are detailed.

Author: Gaines, William C.
Publisher: Investigative Reporters & Editors Inc.
Publication Name: The IRE Journal
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 0164-7016
Year: 1997
Personal narratives, Fraud investigation, Journalism, Undercover operations

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Subjects list: Methods, United States, Investigative reporting
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