NPR: Go back to sleep, Amerca

I’ve been waking up to National Public Radio’s Morning Edition for a long time.  As I drifted into consciousness this morning, I noticed that I was listening to an in-depth piece about how Indianans are suffering under their state’s antique Blue Laws that prohibit the sale of alcohol on Sundays.  By preventing Hoosiers from buying a cold beer, these old laws can ruin a ballplayer’s whole Sunday afternoon, as I was told.  Snore. Who cares?

Instead of going  back to sleep, I hit the off button and went in search of online independent news sources and some coffee.  Whoa, I’m awake! There was a military coup in Egypt, Bolivia’s president had some trouble traveling through EU airspace, our kitchen ceiling is leaking again thanks to the climate-change-induced days of heavy rain in Washington DC—and the out-of-control, unregulated expansion of gas-fracking is poisoning our water supply.

Moyers Tells the Story of “Two American Families”

Bill Moyers always has his finger on the pulse of what moves Americans.  He gives voice to the average citizen’s concerns.  I’m a huge fan of his work.  Moyers’ focus, analysis and reporting are examples of journalism at its best.  His guests are among the most informed on topics that truly matter to we the people.  If you haven’t become acquainted with his work yet, check him out!

On the next Moyers & Company, he’ll give some background on the reporting he did for the Frontline documentary, “Two American Families.”   This is a story that unfolded over the last 20 years—for the families featured and for too many others in this country.  Moyers’ forethought and follow through are impressive.  Beginning July 9, this Frontline program will be available on television and online.  Tell a friend.