Category: Scoop
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Americans have laid a bed of concrete. Now we all must sleep on it uncomfortably. It’s going to be a long night. Our national leaders have made it clear they are not interested in healing or unity. Just look at the response to the horrific murder of Charlie Kirk. Instead, the reaction was blame. Not…
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The elderly journalism professor entered the daily editorial meeting with a priest. The professor had a standing invitation to participate in the daily ritual of a local news organization to discuss and set the coverage priorities each morning. Before the meeting started, the professor introduced his guest. “This is my new friend, Father Brandsma. We…
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Here’s your chance to give back to the profession of journalism and communications. Florida Gulf Coast University is launching a new FGCU Mentoring Program, an initiative designed to connect current students with alumni and community members for meaningful mentorship experiences. The program is open to all students, regardless of major or class year, and aims…
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Do four of the five Collier County Commissioners think their constituents are stupid? They must, given the Commission’s 4–1 vote to post the Ten Commandments in public buildings, followed by Commissioner Chris Hall’s insistence that the vote had nothing to do with religion. News coverage before and after the ballot skimmed the surface, then moved…
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It’s an understatement to say that President Donald Trump is transforming almost every aspect of American life. Some of these changes are evident in policy and politics, while others are more subtle but equally impactful. One of the most harmful is how his speaking style is transforming public discourse. Adam Aleksic, an American linguist and…
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A CPA friend of mine has a quick response to potential clients who suggest he manipulate the numbers to support a lie: “You must think my professional integrity is such that I would lie for you. Besides, liars must have a good memory, and my memory isn’t good enough to risk my license.” Leaders who…
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The Press Club of Southwest Florida recently conducted a brief member survey to gather input on the club’s future. This was not an in-depth survey but a limited effort to explore ideas for improving newsmaker and topic selections, as well as potential funding options—within the club’s long-standing tradition of providing scholarships for aspiring journalists and…
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A new News Director reports for duty on his first day. As he walks into the newsroom, he sees the outgoing News Director heading out. “Hey! Welcome. I wish you great success,” the former boss says. “I’ve left you a parting gift—three envelopes. You’ll find them in the middle desk drawer.” The new director raises…
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Eleanor Roosevelt is remembered by most as America’s premier First Lady and an advocate for human rights. However, Mrs. Roosevelt is rarely acknowledged as a journalist and author. During her lifetime she was the author of over a dozen books and a highly regarded weekly newspaper column, “My Day.” This syndicated column appeared in papers…
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