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WALTER CRONKITE  

Few people know that one night in 1968, David Mamet had Walter Cronkite and Betty Freidan over for dinner. Now those same people have turned on him. Even Betty, who is dead, is aghast.

Note conservative legend may be for Pres. Bush and Iraq what Walter Cronkite was to Lyndon Johnson and Vietnam.

What were the most popular baby names for newborn boys 100 years ago?

Part 1 of 2 written in response to an article published in a local newspaper about the veterans programs at the VA facility in Lyons New Jersey. Part 1 includes a letter from the author of the original article.

The mass media of today has tremendous power within society. What and how information is distributed can have indelible consequences for individuals and society as a whole.

We used to believe everything we read in the paper and everything we saw on the news. Those days are gone.

WARNING: Offensive language in text. Mainstream media has become the brain and conscience of America. The sad fact is that the media has an agenda; it is one's own responsibility to search for and find the whole truth.

Enjoy all the happenings, events, and births that happened in various years on November 4.

The Newseum will open in Washington, D.C. on April 11. Here are a few journalists who should be among the first enshrinees.

No matter how long I live, the fireball that consumed the Challenger will remain a painful memory.

Ryan's just another teenage hedonist in the Land of Comfort. One night, he and his friends dig up the body of another teenager. Developing an unnatural friendship with the corpse, the online journal he left behind mentors Ryan toward a much different perspective on life.

I highly can highly recommend the PAR Electronics End-Fedz wire antenna to any ham radio operator or shortwave listener who desires top-notch performance from an easy-to-erect portable antenna.

A look at TV Land and Entertainment Weekly's list of the 50 greatest TV icons

Neil Armstrong stepped onto the Moon in 1969. Almost 40 years later, millions believe Apollo 11 was a hoax crafted by President Nixon, the CIA, and Stanley Kubrick. Apollo astronauts tell their stories about how real it was.

Riding high on the success of his Modern Times album, Bob Dylan has been meeting an aggressive tour schedule around the globe. On July 28th, Dylan came to the little town of Kelseyville, California, for what turned out to be an unforgettable evening.

Actors, musicians, politicians, writers - many famous people have November birthdays. Read the list to see whose you share.

What tv used to be.

The year 1980 was a time of change within America, the country Music group Alabama begins its road to stardom, President Jimmy Carter initiates a mandatory peacetime draft, and John Lennon dies. Back in Black was released, and Letterman begins its television history.

With writers on strike and the 'real' news so dismal and depressing, the networks have come up with a batch of new (and cheap-to-produce) shows for mid-season introduction.

To help kick off the release of their first novel "Corpse of Freedom", I conducted an Email interview with authors Dax and Lloyd Garner. The brothers, who hail from Phoenix, Arizona, have an impressive background and a passion for personal freedom.

The increase in tabloid journalism, the popularization of blogs and an increased demand to constantly be updated on the news has made it even harder to define the line between news and gossip. The ethical decision facing the news industry now is simply, "What is news?"

Looks at how the media influenced the Vietnam War, photojournalists in particular. The essay shows how the media swayed public opinion about the war and helped end the war.

Today we measure the good life by how much we own. Suppose we didn't own or strive for so much?

You never see it onscreen, but a teleprompter is one of the most valuable tools for someone that must speak to a camera. The reason a teleprompter is so important is that the onscreen talent does not have to memorize their lines.

How refreshing it would be to have a news source admit that we are all biased and the information we are about to receive is from a naturally biased perspective so that we may put our guard down and enjoy the editorial.

The unhealthy, overly sexualized, highly superficial images of women in reality TV in general sets a poor standard of entertainment let alone for any messages it is conveying to young women about who they are and who they should be

As the former chef to the late, nationally acclaimed home-run hitter Ted Williams, I had the distinct pleasure of preparing one of my specialty dishes to two of the most revered men of all time: Ted Williams and Tim Russert.

WiTricity could eliminate the need for power cords for electronics.

Why did Americans lose in Vietnam? Was it a loss? Re-examine the notions of 'loss' in the context of the Vietnam conflict.

The edgy arguments between Chris Matthews and Keith Olbermann on MSNBC could have eventually brought bigger ratings for MSNBC in an edgier world. But it's far from the first time anchors in TV history became angry or emotional live on the air...

Promising ideas for generating real power from simple, cheap wind turbines in the midwest and upstate New York

Tired of buttoned-down anchor presenting the national news? Perhaps you should give Katie Couric's new loose-tongued CBS News webcasts a try that might just change the face of how news is presented in the future after years of being overly conservative...

Epcot has grown and changed over the years, but these attractions, whether they still exist or not, will always be my top 10 favorite Epcot attractions

The G-man's powerful and poignant tribute to the greatest broadcast journalist to ever grace a TV screen.

They wont' confront you. They sneak up on you in hooded disguises and attack. Who? The KKK? No, Liberal Fascists.

Sir Arthur Charles Clarke, CBE passed away on Wednesday, March 19, at his home in Sri Lanka, his adoptive country for the past 50 years, at the age of 90. SIr Arthur was a writer, inventor, undersea explorer and promoter of space.

Movie stars, musicians, book authors, athletes, outlaws, and a President: these are the famous names that were originally from the state of Missouri.

Millions of children in poor countries can't or don't want to smile because of a birth deformity called cleft palate. This article focuses on an organization that intends to help as many of them as they can.

Each year, Epcot hosts three large, annual events: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival; Epcot International Food & Wine Festival; and Holidays Around The World. Decide what events you want to see, and plan your visit to Epcot.

Is a degree necessary for success?

U.S. Senator Eugene McCarthy was a Candidate for the 1968 Democratic Presidential Nomination

Emily Gould is the 26-year-old former co-editor of Gawker.com who has made a name for herself with her blog "Emily Magazine." Praised and condemned for her openness and focus on the personal, Gould has also been accused of irresponsible journalism...

Saying America has been politically hijacked sounds so blatantly left-wing and reactionary. Yet, when you see the trajectory of the Commission on Presidential Debates since they changed how you watch televised Presidential debates, it's hard to deny...

The winners of the 2007 George Polk Awards have been announced. There are winners in 14 categories. The Polk Awards are one of the highest honors in journalism.

Shouldn't civilizations have a faster rate of understanding and adaptation to survive than some poor miserable, single species has?

Finally, a good reality TV show! The Katie and George Show officially replaces The Simpsons as the funniest show in television history.

Why was Katie Couric chosen to become the new anchor of CBS News? It certainly isn't because of her resume as a hard-hitting, truth-seeking reporter.

The Tet Offensive was a significant part of the Vietnam War because the American Public got to see the hardship of battle.

How old was Mary on the Mary Tyler Moore show? What two characters were rumored to be dating? Who was Ted's favorite anchorman? Take this trivia quiz and find out.

a fascinating documentary that examines Lennon's transformation from musician to activist and how that drew the attention and ire of the United States government

For all the homeschool parent's who are terrified that their kids will one day want to go to public school... It just might happen. Here's my story and how my family made it out alive!

a bographical essay on Oprah Winfrey and her rise to success and renown

How do you pay tribute to the famous life and infamous assassination of a twentieth century legend? Director-screenwriter Emilio Estevez surrounds Robert Kennedy with an ensemble cast in his new film "Bobby."

I interviewed Los Angeles news anchor Laura Diaz in the Fall of 2005.

The Chicago Conspiracy Trial of 1968-1969 put the government on trial in defense of the counterculture.

Review of two texts focusing on the impact of a market-controlled media system. Highlights the problems of a profit-driven system and its effects on media content and democracy.

How to choose the perfect birthday gift for your father.

This is guaranteed to help you find your true soul-mate and make them fall in love with you within the next eleven days.

What are the basics rules or guidelines Christian are supposed to live by? The Bible spells them out not in the Ten Commandments, but in the Sermon on the Mount delivered by Jesus.

A study of corporate media ownership and the impact it's having on the tradition of journalism and public perception of world events.

The Chinese astrological system is based on the year of birth, not the month. Studying this ancient form can lead to self-discovery. Here are some essential facts and information on Chinese zodiac signs, highlighting the first six.

Pamela Anderson Lee's wedding outfit (a white bikini), Debbie Gibson's halloween Seances, and Pres. Nixon's favorite Johnny Cash tune. Learn while you laugh. A music event timeline, covering the craziness of rock history w/ some down2earth facts mixed in.

Reviews of "Gordon Solie...Something Left Behind" are giving the book high marks both for the extensive collection of photographs and for the writings penned by Solie.

Apollo 13, Ron Howard's epid telling of a true life space adventure, does not rely on blasters of aliens like other space films. That's because the events told in the movie actually happened.

If we have not learned anything from our Vietnam experience, Iraq will surely become IRAQ!

How can news improve itself or be more news.

Because of the internet, cable and satellite television, the face of journalism today is unrecognizable in comparison to what it was when I was growing up.

Cape Wind, a book by Wendy Williams and Robert Whitecomb, is a remarkable story of of class warfare, sleazy politics, hypocrisy, and the entitlement mentality of the rich and powerful.

Natural gas can be deadly in its natural state, because of the tragedy that occurred at this school, many lives have, and will be saved.

Bill HR 808 calls for the establishment of a US Department of Peace, which would reduce and prevent domestic and international violence.

Who we are today is a direct result of the events of 1968. This essay examines that seminal year in 20th century American history.

A telling of the reality of war, and its affect on my life in the eyes of a former student.

This article shares information on the many Oklahomans who have contributed to the crazy quilt the is America.

A few disasters, some little known, that occurred in or around North America

The rules for setting up and fighting a war no one needs

Katie Couric's ratings problem are being blamed in part on an audience preference for old white guys.

The Tet Offensive was a turning point, no question about it.

The recent New York Times survey showing that more than half of American women (51%) are now living in a state of singleness without benefit of wedlock, verifies a theory that I have long held--that women are infinitely superior to men in every way.

Feature of The Drudge Report on the night Saddam Hussein was executed.

A compelling discussion about how Mass Media affects everyone, good or bad.

Pros and Cons about the laws and regulations behind DTC advertising.

A great video time capsule of pop culture over the past couple of decades.

Associated Content readers enjoyed some great articles about movies, TV and other pop-culture topics this year. Here are the 10 best.

Howard Zinn, the author of "A People's Hisory of the United States", is a passionate opponent of American intervention in foreign countries. A harsh critic of the War in Iraq, Zinn himself is the subject of harsh criticism from the right and from liberals.

If you are a fan of Keith Olbermann and the truth, be sure not to miss Jack Cafferty's appearances on The Situation Room every weekday. He's there at the beginning with a view question and at the end with viewer responses. You can miss the part in-between.

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