As usual, my thoughts on some noteworthy media and tech stories from the past week. Media … Favorite articles roundup for the week of August 23, 2019Read more
Donald Trump
No, video games aren’t the cause of gun violence
I look at the reasons why video games aren’t the main cause of American gun violence, as well as how they’re now popular among most US adults.
The presence of popular political leaders on Twitter
Many people are concerned about their social media followings, and this also extends to politicians. Famously … The presence of popular political leaders on TwitterRead more
Twitter’s 2018 year in review
2018 for Twitter went about as well as it did for 2017. It still has a … Twitter’s 2018 year in reviewRead more
What does it take for the FCC to revoke a TV station’s license?
Trump feels NBC should have its (non-existent) FCC license revoked. I look at what it actually takes for a TV station to lose its license.
The FCC plans to repeal net neutrality (and why that’s a bad thing)
The Federal Communications Commission, led by chairman Ajit Pai, plans to vote on December 14 to … The FCC plans to repeal net neutrality (and why that’s a bad thing)Read more
What are the advantages of PBS?
My list of reasons why public broadcasting (ie PBS) matters to the American viewing public, and is worth funding by the federal government.
Trump inadvertently boosts sales of John Lewis’ “March” graphic novel
Trump’s criticism of Congressman John Lewis has had one result: sales of Lewis’ graphic novel “March” have risen.
Only 33% of Americans trust news most of the time?
Trust in news has been in the news in the US since the election last month. … Only 33% of Americans trust news most of the time?Read more
Because voting matters: A list of online voter registration resources
This year’s election is definitely like none I’ve ever seen in my lifetime, and I voted … Because voting matters: A list of online voter registration resourcesRead more