Thursday, 21 November 2024

Media

Stephen Wentzell: Rankin’s DUI story is big. How journalists tell the story could be even bigger

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As journalists navigate a scandalous story affecting the highest office in our province, remember that most everyone reading or listening to your coverage has been affected by alcoholism. Maybe some are battling alcoholism themselves. Reporters should keep this in mind as we seek accountability. Nova Scotians grappling with substance abuse are watching how we talk about this, and may make the difference between speaking up and seeking help, or suffering in silence.

Goldboro LNG collapse shows activism works

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We protest, we write letters to members of parliament, we picket, but often we don’t really think it’s going to change things in a real sense. Well, think again, activism was a major force behind the demise of Goldboro LNG.

Reminder: The Nova Scotia Advocate is always looking for writers

Just a reminder that the Nova Scotia Advocate is always looking for pitches. Our mandate is to tell the stories other media tend to overlook, and amplify the voices of the people you don’t often hear from. You don’t have to be an experienced writer. We will help you, and you’ll find doing journalism is always interesting, and really not as hard as it is cracked up to be.