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Fake LA Times staffers better than real LA Times staffers

Posted on September 24, 2008 by pat

Former and current LA Times staffers have taken it upon themselves to not only blame but also sue Sam Zell for their current predicament. As if it was Zell’s hubris that led them to think they were a national (international?!?!) … Continue reading →

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LoudounExtra, a hyperlocal failure for the Washington Post?

Posted on June 4, 2008 by pat

It’s depressing. It feels like my girlfriend broke up with me and took my dog with her. Yes, I’m talking about The Wall Street Journal’s assessment of the failure of LoudounExtra.com. Maybe failure is a little harsh, but according to … Continue reading →

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Pushing the needle forward

Posted on May 29, 2008 by pat

Rob Curley said at the E&P Interactive Media Conference that he tries to only work on projects that “move the needle.” If you’re not moving forward, you’re moving backwards, because your competitors are always trying to outdo you. With the … Continue reading →

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I can’t wait for the future of print newspapers

Posted on April 25, 2008 by pat

I don’t believe print is dead. Far from it. I just believe, however, that most print products are trying to compete with online products. The fundamental problem with most print products is that they are trying to do it all … Continue reading →

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