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Thursday September 25, 2014

On The Uncomfortable Matter Of Beheadings And Executions

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On The Uncomfortable Matter Of Beheadings And Executions

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

September 25, 2014 • Where to draw the line on language that reflects reality but provokes repulsion?

Wednesday September 24, 2014

Policing The Trolls: The Ins and Outs of Comment Moderation

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Policing The Trolls: The Ins and Outs of Comment Moderation

by Anne Johnson

September 24, 2014 • Some web users are upset by the mystery of how comments are moderated. We try to help.

Monday September 22, 2014

Taking Stock: NPR's Ferguson Coverage So Far

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Media

Taking Stock: NPR's Ferguson Coverage So Far

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

September 22, 2014 • A break in the protests allows a look at complaints, and at a moving story that still reverberates.

Monday September 15, 2014

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Open Forum

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

September 15, 2014 • Want to post a comment about something we're not covering? Here's a space for readers to share their thoughts about media, policy and NPR's journalism.

Wednesday September 3, 2014

GlobalPost, Parenting And A Question of Plagiarism

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Ethics

GlobalPost, Parenting And A Question of Plagiarism

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

September 3, 2014 • When are uncredited similarities disrespect or stealing?

Thursday August 21, 2014

Did An NPR Story Empower Road Rage Against Bicyclists?

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Ethics

Did An NPR Story Empower Road Rage Against Bicyclists?

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

August 21, 2014 • An admission by a Los Angeles driver to buzzing bicyclists is purposefully left to stand on its own.

Saturday August 16, 2014

Attacking NPR As A Shill For Government Intelligence

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Fairness & Accuracy

Attacking NPR As A Shill For Government Intelligence

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

August 16, 2014 • A story failed to report a CIA link but was not as misguided as Glenn Greenwald claims.

Thursday August 14, 2014

For Your Eyes Only: Is Telling A Story's Limits Convincing Or Annoying?

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For Your Eyes Only: Is Telling A Story's Limits Convincing Or Annoying?

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

August 14, 2014 • Complaints over a Houston Obamacare piece illustrate a link between editorial guidance and trust.

Monday August 11, 2014

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Open Forum

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

August 11, 2014 • Want to post a comment about something we're not covering? Here's a space for readers to share their thoughts about media, policy and NPR's journalism.

Friday August 8, 2014

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Sexism, Only This Time About Men

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

August 8, 2014 • Some males question whether NPR values men's positions — and lives — as much as women's.

Wednesday August 6, 2014

Ombudsman Answers Questions In Reddit 'Ask Me Anything' Chat

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Ombudsman Answers Questions In Reddit 'Ask Me Anything' Chat

by Anne Johnson

August 6, 2014 • Edward Schumacher-Matos answered Redditors' questions in an online chat.

Thursday July 31, 2014

The Ethics of Retweeting And Whether It Amounts To Endorsement

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The Ethics of Retweeting And Whether It Amounts To Endorsement

by Anne Johnson

July 31, 2014 • An internal memo spurred discussion on social media policy in the newsroom. Here at NPR, retweets DO count as endorsements. What do you think?

Thursday July 24, 2014

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Fairness & Accuracy

Is NPR Biased In Its Gaza Coverage?

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

July 24, 2014 • The critics from both sides are passionate. My review is likely to disappoint them.

Is NPR Biased In Its Gaza Coverage?

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Monday June 30, 2014

Race At NPR And The End Of 'Tell Me More'

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Race At NPR And The End Of 'Tell Me More'

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

June 30, 2014 • The demise of the show dedicated to diversity has provoked listener concerns and internal responses. How's NPR doing? Depends on your measure. Here's a look at the numbers.

Friday June 13, 2014

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Open Forum

by Edward Schumacher-Matos

June 13, 2014 • Want to post a comment about something we're not covering? Here's a space for readers to share their thoughts about media, policy and NPR's journalism.