“We cannot be neutral about this, by definition. A free press that doesn’t agitate for democracy is an oxymoron.”
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Nieman Lab Wire
The last 20 posts from the Nieman Journalism Lab, for those who enjoy reverse chronological order.
Dec. 11, 2024
Dec. 11, 2024
“News organizations will increasingly rely on digital creators not just as amplifiers but as integral partners in storytelling.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“We’ve overindexed on problem articulation, to the point of problem admiring. The risk is that we are analyzing ourselves into inaction and irrelevance.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“It may be a challenge to find a writer who can channel the viewpoint of the American voters who favored Donald Trump in 2024 while still honoring the principles of responsible journalism.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“Journalists can fall into a trap of parroting the language provided by officials, whether that’s law enforcement, the courts, politicians, academics, or subject-matter experts.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“The next great digital media product will capture all of the best qualities of an old-fashioned newspaper, and more.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“It was never about the size of inventory and the pricing. It isn’t about the transaction. Independent bookstores are about relationships and community.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“We got here through nearly 600 years of editorial choices, in one story after the other, from the birth of the printing press to today.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“For too long, science journalism has been treated as something distinct, something extra — the domain of specialists writing for audiences who are already deeply interested in and informed about science. This is bad.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“To employers I say, take the extra minute to wonder: What else might this person have going on in their life that’s impacting their performance, and how can I help them?”
Dec. 11, 2024
“The future of news is moving beyond the written word. With AI at its core, it’s conversational, spoken, interactive, responsive, and deeply personal — the very essence of meaningful human communication.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“Every president claims a mandate and a decisive victory, but saying so doesn’t make it so. Media coverage is crucial for determining the scope of that power.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“There’s an old adage in the news business that journalists only cover the planes that crash. But in this case, we need to cover the planes that are taking off.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“Audiences are embracing human-curated content delivered through both digital and analog channels.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“In a world where GenAI presents itself as the solution, we will return to the social sciences, Humanities, and even old-style journalism.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“Journalism as a social service is about helping people and communities become the best versions of themselves. That’s something another 100 years of Pulitzer Prizes will not achieve.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“The printed page offers our minds a break from those hits of dopamine that distracted us from thinking, feeling, and doing more important things.”
Dec. 11, 2024
“For news organizations looking to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, exploring these platforms isn’t just about finding new distribution channels – it’s about building the foundation for future AI-powered news experiences.”
Dec. 10, 2024
“Physical deterioration, outdated formats, publications disappearing, and the relentless advance of technology leave archives vulnerable.”
Dec. 10, 2024
“Instead of rewarding these things with fair pay, job security and moral support, journalism as an industry exploits their love of the craft.”
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