Who, What, Where, When, Why and How: Conventions, Meet-Ups, Travel and Thou
The typical tools for writing a good news story, as imparted years ago in elementary school, were to develop the key answers to six basic questions:
Who did the story involve,
What happened,
Where did it (or will it) take place,
When did it or will it occur,
Why did it happen (and why should anyone care) and
How did it happen (and how does that change or affect anything)?
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As such, it behooves us to do our best to cover what events of significance that we can -- directly, if possible. We have done and continue to do this, with our efforts to bring people reports in a variety of ways, using a variety of sources and methods. One of the old tried-and-true methods: on-the-scene reporting and representation.
There are two items coming up in the relatively short term which we should discuss having representation at: the Democratic National Convention in Denver, and Netroots Nation in Austin. We may also want to consider the Republican National Convention, if it isn't closed to "non-members" (i.e., all Americans who haven't sworn a loyalty oath).
Use the comment section below to indicate whether or not you will be attending any of the above, and whether or not (and how) the issue of credentialling ePluribus Media representatives for possible representation at national party conventions can and should be accomplished.
As citizen journalists, we are the future of journalism -- that's not only something we must believe, but strive to achieve. So, let's make sure we put our ducks in a row and spread our eggs across several baskets.
Who can attend (and who can help get the credentialling ball rolling, in general and specifically for the DNC),
What will we hope to achieve (and what needs to happen to enable that),
Where will we be going,
When will it happen (and when should any credentialling efforts begin?),
Why should we try to ensure representation at certain events (and what other ones should we shoot for?) and
How are we going to accomplish these goals?
Comments
TXsharon
January 2, 2008 - 07:23
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Netroots Nation
I'm going to Netroots Nation. I was credentialed (press) at the last Democratic Convention as were all bloggers. Those credentials got me a seat at the Press Table for the speeches and access to the wireless connection.
We should get credentials as Press.
If you guys need anything/help re: NN, let me know.
Bluedaze
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GreyHawk
January 2, 2008 - 07:27
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Credential info for the Dem Convention is
contained at the link above -- it goes to the blogger credentialing site.
There are state and national blogger credentials available, but not sure how much longer they'll be available (I will re-check shortly).
It would certainly help to get credentialed for any representation there!
GreyHawk
January 2, 2008 - 10:14
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Dem Nat'l Convention Credentialling
From their page on the credentialling process, they provide a link to a pdf "for complete information regarding blogger credentialing and how your blog can apply."
For bloggers who represent their states or write ntionally, this is the way to go.
For those interested in being credentialled as press (media), the application process is a little different.
It does appear, however, that both processes run from December 10, 2007 through April 15, 2008.
GreyHawk
January 2, 2008 - 10:21
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Press Logistics and Credentialling
To be credentialed as press, check out the Press Logistics page -- this is different than being credentialed as a blogger, at least in terms of expected and applied logistics, as far as I can tell.
Here's how they break down the press categories:
One reason for referring to this as "logistics" is the reference to getting accommodations in place. Here's the key info they provide for planning ahead on that front. Note that some key starting dates have already passed, but the overall process is ongoing at this time:
Thoughts or comments....?
Roxy
January 2, 2008 - 15:44
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I have no plans of attending
these conferences/conventions, but would love to hear "on site" reporting!
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GreyHawk
January 2, 2008 - 16:18
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Heh...how about hosting one?
I suspect we could talk a few folks into swimming out there for an ePluribus Media / Citizen Journalism shindig.
;)
Roxy
January 2, 2008 - 17:00
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How about a luau?
sounds like loads of fun ... :)
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cho
January 2, 2008 - 17:47
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I am in.
What do you need me to bring?
Roxy
January 2, 2008 - 19:54
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Cool!
I'll fatten the pig and you bring the apple.
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If it's true that our species is alone in the universe, then I'd have to say that the universe aimed rather low and settled for very little. ~ George Carlin
GreyHawk
January 2, 2008 - 20:09
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I may need to rent a kayak.
I'm not sure I can swim that far without resting.
:)
Roxy
January 3, 2008 - 12:46
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Build a raft?*
The wind usually blows in from the direction of the mainland.
*[see Castaway]
:)
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GreyHawk
January 8, 2008 - 09:36
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~Which~ mainland?
The Isles, or the big chunk of land off to the east of it?
...or both, depending on the location in the great big puddle?