Where do you get most of your information about events in your world in a way that helps make it understandable? These days a growing number of people would likely include the Internet in the answer. Yes, indeed you can find a wealth of information on the Internet about just about anything. But I find myself wondering again if people realize what an important role the news media plays in their lives and the life of a democratic society, especially where the actions of government are involved. You have a right to know what’s going on, and the reasons why.  Continue reading →