Media / Journalism / Blogging

Posted by | April 12, 2012
Comedy for Activists: Using satire, pranks and creative video for troublemaking

In an era of 24-hours corporate news, it's harder than ever to break into the conversation—which is why using comedy and satire to break through is more important than ever....

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Posted by | April 12, 2012
Video that Changes the Debate

So you've been told to create a "viral video," whatever that means. How do you create media that not only succeeds online but also changes the debate? How do you...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Revitalizing State and Local Blogging

Since the historic 2006 and 2008 election cycles, state and local blogospheres all around the country have been fragmenting and decaying to the detriment of the progressive movement. This panel...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Promoting People of Color in the Progressive Blogosphere

This panel will address the needs, successes and obstacles to having greater participation from people of color in the blogosphere. Using the models of the Native American Netroots and Black...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Blogging for Transgender Equality: History, Challenges and Progress

Transgender advocacy has exploded in recent years in no small part due to the ability of transgender people to connect nationally online. The immediate and swift outcry against the proposed...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Follow the Dark Money: Reporting Challenges in the Age of Citizens United

Super PACs, 501(c)(4)s, outside spending groups and their untraceable dollars are now de rigeur in elections, with unfettered and undisclosed campaign spending threatening the very heart of our democracy. Bringing...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Behind the Camera: Addressing the Underrepresentation of Women in Media and Culture

Women are dramatically underrepresented in almost every level of media and popular culture, whether they're writing, directing, producing or greenlighting projects. While most media criticism tends to focus on the...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Punditry 101: Getting Your Message On Air

Whether you’re looking to make your on-air debut or just want to hone your message, Punditry 101 will provide the tools you need. Experienced pundits and producers will explain how...

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Posted by | April 7, 2012
Pushing Back: How Labor Groups are Fighting Concessions and Workplace Abuses in the Down Economy

Leveraging a weak economy and a diminished union base, corporations are now expecting more and more out of their workers while offering less and less in return. This panel will...

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Posted by | April 6, 2012
Investigative Reporting for Bloggers

This session will offer training and tips in the basics of investigative journalism, with special emphasis on election-year issues.

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