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In case you missed it, last week the Associated Press tweeted that we all need to do away with the word “mistress” for a woman romantically involved with a married person. Putting aside any feelings on the matter itself, can I just say how much I loved the ASJA Facebook page discussion that ensued? From historical context to gendered language (mistress vs. master) to irreverent humor (“side piece is a gender-neutral term”), the spirited exchange was a highlight of the day. As President Laura Laing said on the thread, “I love the geekery of ASJA.” (We’ll talk about the circus freak origins another week). Cheers, Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly editor
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Join the ASJA Virtual Content Marketing Track Next Week
ASJA
Next week, the final piece of ASJA Virtual — the Content Marketing track — will bring wit and wisdom to all who registered. Looking to get in on the fun? Sign up for the full track or any individual sessions that catch your fancy at https://na.eventscloud.com/website/20696/.
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Boost Your Content Writing Business in 2021
ASJA
Wonder why so many writers consider content marketing an essential part of their business? Find out at ASJA 2021. Jennifer Goforth Gregory, host of the Content Marketing track, offers highlights of don't-miss sessions and tips for maximizing your conference experience. Read more at ASJA Confidential.
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Last-Minute Larrys! Want to Learn About Book Publishing?
ASJA
The Books track kicks off today, but there’s time to slide in, Indiana Jones-style, and sign up for sessions. Whether you're a published author or an aspiring one, you'll learn plenty — and make valuable connections — at ASJA Virtual. Need some motivation? Check out this post by host Tara Haelle at ASJA Confidential.
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Could the PRO Act Cause You to Lose Your Freelance Work?
ASJA
ASJA member and freelancer activist Jen Singer explains the potential implications of the legislation. "The PRO Act would bring the ABC Test to the federal level for the first time. The legislation is the first step in President Biden’s plan to “establish a federal standard modeled on the ABC test for all labor, employment, and tax laws.”
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Taking Part in Tele-Connections 2021? Set Your Alarms.
ASJA
Tele-Connections 2021, the final event of the Virtual 2021 Conference, takes place May 24 and 25. Don't forget: To take part, members must enter the Tele-Connections lottery, open from 9 am Eastern on Monday, May 3 till 9 pm Eastern on Friday, May 7. Set a calendar alert NOW so you don't miss this important window. Once the lottery closes on May 7, there is no other opportunity to sign up for Tele-Connections! Questions? Email co-chairs Jeanette Hurt at jeanettehurt@sbcglobal.net and Erin O'Donnell at erinod1@gmail.com.
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ASJA Volunteer Opportunities
ASJA
• Grants Committee – Research and apply for grant opportunities on behalf of ASJA. No grant writing experience required! Contact Katie Navarra at asjaoffice@asja.org.
• First Amendment Committee – Review First Amendment Issues and/or represent ASJA in a multi-organization fighting book bans by government-run bodies. Contact JoBeth McDaniels at asjaoffice@asja.org .
• SIG (Special Interest Groups) – Lead special interest groups. Looking for someone to lead sessions on Word Press, health writing and content marketing. Contact Jennifer Billock at jenniferjoanbillock@gmail.com.
• Virtual Pitch Slams – Find editors for monthly pitch sessions and handle registration logistics. Learn more about the program here. Contact Wendy Helfenbaum at wendy@taketwoproductions.ca.
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Member News
ASJA
Bobbi Dempsey has been named a reporting fellow at the Economic Hardship Reporting Project, where she will write essays and reported pieces on topics related to poverty and income inequality. She will also continue to serve as an economic justice fellow at Community Change.
Jeffrey B. Miller’s Yanks behind the Lines (Rowman & Littlefield) is a finalist in War & Military History in Foreword’s Indies Book Awards, and a finalist in History in the Colorado Book Awards. Kirkus states: “It is dramatically gripping … An impressive blend of painstaking historical research and riveting storytelling.”
Do you have professional news you'd like to share with the group? A new job, a story you've published (in article, blog post, book, cave painting, etc. form), a new project you've launched, an interview with someone fascinating, a speaking gig? Send your news (50 words or less) and a link if applicable to Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly editor at hello@redpeneditorial.co (that's .co like Coco Chanel).
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.MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE NEWS
Lessons from the outside: How newsrooms learn from other industries
World Association of News Publishers
In the closing session of this year’s Asian Media Leaders eSummit, Gabey Goh, WARC’s Asia Editor, talked to two journalists-turned-business leaders about what they have learned in their respective industries.
The panel featured Dr. Zhou Zhaocheng, Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer of Haidilao International Holding. Before his current role, he spent 19 years working in Lianhe Zaobao, Singapore Press Holdings’ Chinese-language morning newspaper.
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Why local journalism must be considered infrastructure
The Hill
President Joe Biden’s infrastructure bill has sparked debate over what qualifies. Is broadband infrastructure? Of course, it is — and so are other key components of our information systems, especially local journalism.
Local news serves our critical information needs, particularly regarding vital issues such as vaccines, elections and public safety.
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What does movement journalism mean for journalism as a whole?
RJI
“The goal is always going to be with the people”
Movement journalism. It didn’t yet have the name, but still, it was there in practice when Ida B. Wells’ name was first placed on the masthead on the Memphis Free Speech in 1892.
Wells, a Black journalist who meticulously reported on lynchings across the American South, sought justice and truth when many journalists wouldn’t.
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Women rise to the top at major media companies
Axios
Several women have been tapped to lead some of the country's largest newsrooms over the past year — a promising sign of progress for an industry that's typically been slow to accept change and embrace diversity.
Driving the news: CBS News executive Kimberly Godwin was named president of ABC News. Godwin will be the first Black woman to lead a major broadcast news division when she takes the helm in May.
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Tip: Juggling freelance work with your 9-5
Journalism.co.uk
Creating a journalism career alongside a full-time or part-time job can be demanding. But by following a manageable schedule, it may be the best way to pursue your passion.
In an article for Journo Resources, journalist Faima Bakar gathers advice from three freelance journalists, who manage to juggle their day jobs with a flourishing career in journalism.
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How accurate is 'Mank,' the movie about the movie 'Citizen Kane?'
Poynter
In keeping with the Oscar tradition of honoring movies about movie-making, the most nominated film of the year centers on a Hollywood screenwriter.
“Mank” tells the story of Herman “Mank” Mankiewicz, a theater critic, wit and playwright best remembered for co-writing the classic film “Citizen Kane.”
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Conversations with friends
Columbia Journalism Review
American media is not, and never has been, diverse. Every so often the industry releases reports to assess the precise proportions of its homogeneity. The latest came in February: Internal reviews at Condé Nast and Hearst found that, despite several well-publicized hires of nonwhite editors in management roles, the majority of new employees were white.
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