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Call for citizen journalists and investigators; write for Pro Publica
Topic Started: Jan 22 2008, 06:56 AM (218 Views)
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What
ProPublica is an independent, non-profit newsroom that will produce investigative journalism in the public interest. Our work will focus exclusively on truly important stories, stories with “moral force.” We will do this by producing journalism that shines a light on exploitation of the weak by the strong and on the failures of those with power to vindicate the trust placed in them.

Why
Investigative journalism is at risk. Many news organizations have increasingly come to see it as a luxury. [Read Article] Today's investigative reporters lack resources: Time and budget constraints are curbing the ability of journalists not specifically designated “investigative” to do this kind of reporting in addition to their regular beats. This is therefore a moment when new models are necessary to carry forward some of the great work of journalism in the public interest that is such an integral part of self-government, and thus an important bulwark of our democracy.

Who
ProPublica is led by Paul Steiger, the former managing editor of The Wall Street Journal . Lead funding for this effort is being provided by the Sandler Foundation, with Herbert Sandler serving as Chairman of ProPublica; other leading philanthropies also providing important support. A Board of Directors is in formation; a journalistic Advisory Board will be formed in the fourth quarter of 2007.

Where
ProPublica is headquartered in Manhattan.

When
Our offices are open; a staff is being actively recruited.

http://propublica.org/
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