Michele Kearney's Nuclear Wire

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Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Media Misinformation Promotes Dysfunctional Energy Policy

Posted: 20 Jun 2011 01:45 AM PDT
Over the years I have had some enlightening interactions with the news media. I have gradually developed the view that many in the media believe their role is more to entertain than to inform. My naive younger self believed that the media generally presents objective information, which is important to ensure that a well-informed general public makes rational choices. A public that is well-informed about energy issues can elect leaders who legislate sound energy policy.

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