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Journalism & Media

"EPA: Trump Admin Advances High-Impact 'Secret Science' Rule"

"The Trump EPA appears to be doubling down on its proposal to limit scientific research used in rulemakings — a plan that could have far-reaching implications for agency regulations. Simply put, the plan would require that EPA use only publicly available data when crafting regulations. Critics are blasting the effort to limit use of science in a wide range of EPA regulations affecting the environment and public health."

Source: Greenwire, 11/13/2019

Delving Into Drones

Veteran National Geographic photojournalist Peter Essick offers practical advice on learning to fly your own drone. Plus, he shares insights and photos from his most recent drone project, capturing the restoration of the Great Lakes, and explains why he sees the combination of drone photography and environmental journalism as a match made in heaven.

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Drones and Photojournalism — Elevating the Craft to New Heights

A match made in heaven — that’s how veteran National Geographic photojournalist Peter Essick sees the combination of drone photography and environmental journalism. In the latest EJ InSight, Essick shares insights and photos from his most recent drone project, capturing the restoration of the Great Lakes. Plus, in a sidebar, Essick gives practical advice on learning to fly your own drone.

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Top Officials at Trump's EPA Impeding Inquiry Into Chief Of Staff: IG

"Top political appointees at Donald Trump’s environment agency are hindering an investigation into the agency’s chief of staff, who pressured a prominent scientist to alter her congressional testimony to make it more favorable for the agency, according to an ethics watchdog."

Source: Guardian, 11/12/2019

Hurricane Tweet That Angered Trump Wasn’t About Trump, Forecasters Say

"When officials at a government weather forecasting office assured Alabama residents that a September hurricane would not hit their state, they did not intend to contradict President Trump’s insistence that it would, according to newly disclosed documents."

Source: NY Times, 11/08/2019

EPA Fails To Supply Documents To House Science in Subpoena Showdown

"The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provided "largely non-responsive" documents in response to a final threat by House Democrats, according to committee staff, likely setting the stage for a forthcoming subpoena."

Source: The Hill, 11/08/2019
March 29, 2020

DEADLINE: SAJA Reporting Fellowships

The South Asian Journalists Association's fellowships program encourages in-depth coverage of South Asia or the South Asian Diasapora by providing grants of $2,000-$5,000 to cover a portion of reporting expenses. Deadline: Mar 29, 2020 (Spring/Summer).

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SEJ Urges Congress To Address Communication Between Journalists and Federal Agencies

November 6, 2019 — The Society of Environmental journalists joined 28 other journalism groups in urging every member of Congress to address the ongoing issue of censoring and restricting federal employees' communication with journalists.

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