Jim Lehrer

The New York Times reports that the "Newshour," PBS' signature nightly newscast, is undergoing some important changes. A program that has no tolerance for over-saturated, breathless coverage of non-stories (are you listening cable news?) is attempting to become more relevant to its audience and its times. While the aforementioned story suggests that these changes do not mean that Jim Lehrer is moving into retirement, the changes will allow PBS executives to gain a better appreciation for who might replace him. And for the record, I hope Judy Woodruff becomes the principal co-anchor. Read Full Story

Reuters - Many journalistic organizations are facing staff cutbacks, but a huge grant is helping PBS' "The NewsHour With Jim Lehrer" to increase its reporting. Read Full Story

When it comes to guerrilla tactics to influence an election campaign, Lehrer is a pro! Katie, your tactic of linking the McCain campaign to “the Great Depression” by asking Sarah Palin a leading question (If this doesn’t pass, do you think there’s a risk of another Great Depression?) then going to McCain and asking “And using rhetoric like the Great Depression, is that the kind of language Americans need to hear right now?” had you ahead of Lehrer. Well done! However, Lehrer took it away from you by taking half of McCain’s sweet spot time last night and handing it to Obama. Tim Graham ... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Jim Lehrer". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story