Watch D.C.

By Andrew Metcalf @AJwatchDC

interesting times.: FAQ #1: I get emails from journalists

Funny. As a freelance journalist myself, I understand the struggle. Mainstream media journalists, as of late, have gotten caught up in “access” and “maintaining sources” instead of going out and getting the story.

susie-c:

Hi Susie. I noticed you know a lot about Occupy Oakland. Would you tell me what happened on XX day, and would you put me in touch with XX people?

Hi paid journalist who I’ve never had any contact with before. I’m a journalist too! And your inquiry is less flattering than it is deeply…

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