Now that the candidates for vice president have squared off, the big question is how much of a factor the debate will be in the election.
Richard Lee
‘The West Wing’ as a teaching tool
Twenty-five years ago today, The West Wing debuted on NBC. Here’s how to use the show in the classroom.
How I turned my frustrating interview with Steven Tyler into lessons on reporting and writing
Aerosmith’s decision to retire from touring brings back memories of Jandoli Institute Executive Director Richard Lee’s brief encounter with Steven Tyler.
Biden withdrawal is déjà vu for NJ
The Garden State has some experience with a candidate dropping out of a campaign close to Election Day.
How much of SNL Weekend Update is accurate?
A study finds that 70% of the content in SNL Weekend Update is news that is accurate and factual.
For Billy Joel’s 75th birthday: Five songs from the ‘Piano Man’ to inspire journalists
As Billy Joel celebrates his 75th birthday, here are five of his compositions that will resonate with the hard-working members of the Fourth Estate.
When a carefully-orchestrated event goes south
Even the most powerful people are subject to circumstances beyond their control – and this is exactly what happened to President Joe Biden Friday.
New college course will explore pop culture, the media and public policy
The lines between entertainment and politics have always been blurry, but the distinction is even less clear today.
Rush to Judgement: Then and Now
A cardinal rule of journalism provides good advice — for journalists, for elected officials and for all of us: “Get it first, but first, get it right.”
Should candidates’ children be off limits?
If you use your family to score political points, don’t complain if slings and arrows follow.
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