Sorry about this messy and cluttered re-posting, but I thought that you'd like to see that there is, at least, some thought regarding the under-reporting of the flood wall story taking place at KARE 11. It may only indicate good intentions, which can easily be swept aside by more pressing news events. And, I suppose cynically, that it may only be PR for the station. I reckon we will all see. I will keep watching KARE 11 news diligently, and patronise their advertisers in the (hopeful) meantime.
(Just kidding, Tom L. But the station's credibility would certainly increase for me if there was greater focus brought to this issue.)
Bob Parker Dayton's Bluff
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From: "Croman, John" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: March 31, 2005 1:12:51 PM CST To: "Bob Parker" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "Lindner, Tom" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: RE: [StPaul] Why TV News Got It Wrong
Thanks Bob.
My story yesterday was about Shaken Baby Syndrome, and after that we devoted 30 seconds of air time to the Bonding bill, including a small bit at the end about the floodwall.
As reporters we are deluged with information on a variety of subjects. When it comes time to instantaneously recall facts we often retrieve the argument we’ve heard most often. Based on the e-mails we’ve received it’s clear that “conventional wisdom” at the Capitol is off the mark on this issue.
I do sincerely hope we’ll get to do more on the floodwall in the future. And hopefully the opponents will come forward with contact names and information to balance what we’re hearing from proponents. – John Croman at KARE [EMAIL PROTECTED]
From: Bob Parker [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2005 12:12 PM To: Croman, John Subject: Fwd: [StPaul] Why TV News Got It Wrong
I thought this might be worth reading. I didn't get the opportunity to see the "10 seconds" of air time devoted to this, but it sounds like it needs another look by Kare 11. That is, if you are interested in the entire story.
Thanks,
Bob Parker Dayton's Bluff
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From: Bob Spaulding <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Date: March 31, 2005 9:34:18 AM CST
To: St Paul Issues Forum <[email protected]>
Subject: [StPaul] Why TV News Got It Wrong
Well, we have seen the true state of most TV news these days. Literally take one side's press release off the fax machine, or one insider's perspective and report it as fact. Very shoddy, but sadly that's not news to me.
Yet, you see, usually the system kind of works anyway, because MOST Minnesota leaders don't fabricate lies in the press release, or tell complete lies when interviewed. Except for those associated with our Mayor, good old Randy Kelly.
Equally bad are the people around the Kelly administration who seem to be spreading this lie. This behavior is so beyond what is acceptable to me in anyone, especially a public office.
So St. Paul, what kind of leadership do you want? Do you really like political division and chicanery? Does this make you proud to call St. Paul home?
Bob Spaudling Downtown
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