Earlier today the Globe and Mail had one of these truly terrible “balanced” articles about the proposed federal crime bill. The headline screamed: Quebec expert backs Tory crime bill amid U.S. warning on sentencing. (Image below) So who was this expert you might ask? A university professor with years of research on the subject? Maybe [...]
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Media Watch: The Globe and Mail’s Shifting Headline
How the Globe Editorial Board is Misleading You About Journalism
It was completely fascinating to read the Globe and Mail’s editorial board crow over its “victory” last week regarding the protection of confidential news sources. “Standing up for newshounds!” screamed the headlines, with a bold opening paragraph proclaiming: The Supreme Court of Canada demonstrated respect and understanding on Friday for news reporting that depends on [...]
Urban Aboriginal Interview and survey
For those who haven’t caught it, there is a great piece/interview by Jeffrey Simpson of Mark Podlasly in the Globe and Mail about urban aboriginals, identity politics and economic opportunity. I encourage you to take a look – it’s a quick read. If, however, you find all of this deeply interesting… I strongly encourage you [...]
Open Canada – Hello Globe and Mail?
Richard Poynder has a wonderful (and detailed) post on his blog Open and Shut about the state of open data in the UK. Much of it covers arguments about why open data matters economically and democratically (the case I’ve been making as well). It is worthwhile reading for policy makers and engaged citizens. There is [...]
The Irony of Wente, Opinions, Blogs and Gender
Once again a Globe Columnist talks about technology in a manner that is not just factually completely incorrect but richly Ironic! Earlier today Margaret Wente published a piece titled “Why are bloggers male?” (I suspect it is in print, but who knows…). The rich irony is that Wente says she doesn’t blog because she doesn’t [...]
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