The Boston Globe asks the wrong question about racism in America

Strong previous reporting let the numbers speak for themselves

You’ve probably read (or seen) the newspaper scarcity reports. (Who says print’s dead?) From the San Diego Union-Tribune: Due to the overwhelming demand from last night’s historic election, the Union-Tribune is printing additional newspapers today. Copies will be available early this afternoon at locations such as 7-11, Circle K, AM/PM as well as the front […]

Commentators report the symbolism of Obama’s victory

“What One Word Describes Your Current State of Mind?” The New York Times asks, via an Election Wordtrain that operates rather like a word cloud. Readers can type in or select a word that describes how they feel, and identify themselves as Obama or McCain supporters, or “Neither.” (Downside: you can only submit one word […]

For better or for worse, numbers evoke as well as inform. Beware.

Speculation runs rampant, but reporters shouldn’t buy in

McCain’s “most liberal” claim should be unpacked

Stanley Fish brings up Milton to explain campaign strategy