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Thanks for asking Bernie. It’s a bit of a complicated story but let me try a brief summary.
1. There are always far fewer American reporters in a war zone when American boots are not on the ground. When things were really dangerous in Mogadishu before the Marines and later the Army troops arrived, I was one of a small handful of Americans there. Dozens flooded in with the troops. There was ferocious fighting in central Bosnia in 92-93 when I was there. That’s maybe the closest comparison to Ukraine, though not that close. Few American journalists were there -lots of Brits and Europeans.
When Catturd cites reporters embedded with troops he seems to mean AMERICAN troops, of which there are none in Ukraine. Not too many reporters spent more than a short time traveling with Bosnian irregulars or Northern Alliance troops in Afghanistan or Tutsi army units in Rwanda. And the rules have changed in the days of instant digital reporting. Think about it —what do modern journalists need to do their job? A satellite footprint. No Ukrainian unit in artillery range wants that.
2. The financial realities of journalism have changed in ways that make covering war zones the option of very few organizations. When I represented big newspaper chains like Hearst (huge papers in SF, Seattle, Houston, San Antonio, Albany, etc., all making money) most large and mid-sized organizations could afford it. But profits fell dramatically post-internet and costs rose until it became impossible for all but a handful of organizations. There were several THOUSAND reporters in the Gulf during Desert Storm —most of whom never made it to the combat zone (I was there very early, spent months getting connected, got out with the Big Red One in early January and spent the war out ahead of VII Corps with a Bradley Scout squadron that saw lots of action.)
3. It got a lot more dangerous. Access in Vietnam was total for reporters and they swarmed the place. Even so, relatively few were killed, at least until near the end in Cambodia. But fluid, no frontlines wars were much more deadly for reporters, especially as 24-hour news cycles made it necessary to get very close to the action. Highway ambushes killed lots of journalists, as did friendly fire in places like Iraq. The count of people I worked with in combat zones and in some cases were friends with who were killed was at 28 when I quit counting -I lost friends and colleagues in Somalia, Bosnia, Sierra Leone, Chechnya, Kosovo, Libya, Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq -almost always traveling apart from the military. My closest calls were road ambushes in Bosnia and Afghanistan before there were any organized armies around -just killers. Four European journalists were killed in the Afghanistan ambush I escaped.
One consequence -insurance got so expensive on journalists only the very biggest organizations that could self-insure could tell staffers ‘well take care of your family with $1 million (minimum) if something happens.’
4. Finally, for anyone who has read this far —there IS some detailed and relatively astute reporting going on from Ukraine, some of it quite remarkable. BUT -a lot of it is either being done by Europeans and most Americans never see it. Or it is being done by left wing news outlets like the New York Times that many people correctly dismiss as biased so they don’t see their coverage.
I don’t like the Times on politics, culture or social issues. But they have had probably the best war coverage —although not right in the front lines for reasons I have cited. Organizations take a multi-million dollar hit when a news team gets killed. I’ve got a very close friend who was a producer for CBS in Iraq who was badly injured in an IED explosion that killed some Marines. He’s still racking up medical bills 17 years later CBS is paying. Had he been killed, his wife would have gotten a seven-figure pay-out and his family probably would have sued for more.
That may seem an extremely long-winded response but believe me, that’s a brief summary. It’s complicated.
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I was struggling, but I made it through.
You’d think I was being paid by the word, like a freelancer.I was struggling, but I made it through.
I enjoyed reading that and learning a few things. Thanks.
This game was played without incident Friday. It was postponed Thursday after an intentional false report.
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Basketball game at Mayfield High School postponed until Friday due to 'potential safety concern'
Mayfield Independent Schools tells Local 6 the game has been rescheduled for 6 p.m. Friday at Mayfield High School.
Good 1st half Cats. 11 point lead at half but we know that no lead is safe. Maybe this time.
Ok friends...keep the lead, don't let it be 3 points with less than a minute to go....
Way to finish the half Cats! And without Livingston for much of the half too.
Not going to have to sweat the ending of this one finally. What a game!!!
Now that was entertaining! EVERYBODY had a good game. Cats lock up a Thursday bye in the SEC tourney. A win against Vandy Wednesday will guarantee a #3 seed and avoid Bama's side of the bracket. After this game though I really don't care who we play.
UK whipped Bruce's butt!
I love it.
I love it.
A million dollar wound. Shot him right in the buttocks....
(Somebody else must have got that money cause Bruce hasn't seen a dime of it...)
Awesome finish. Epic blowout. Love it.
Cats 41-23 rebound advantage. That is domination.
The Cats are definitely in the NCAA tournament at this point. If (and when) they get in how much do you want to bet that they get paired up with Indiana in the 2nd round?
A very enjoyable game. More like UK is supposed to dominate.
Good morning from ATX. Currently 54°F and foggy. We may hit 81°F today for our high. Great weather for another long walk.
I'll say it again: Loved Cats beat-down against Auburn yesterday. Ha ha, reminded me of good old days. Two more regular-season games remaining on the schedule.
Got a deal on another Harley-Davidson if I want it. Definitely gonna lose that tank decal if I decide to travel back to FL and purchase. My wife not happy about a possible deal. Heh, can't say I blame her.
Yeah, up early again. Bah!
Wishing y'all a happy and joyous Sunday.
I'll say it again: Loved Cats beat-down against Auburn yesterday. Ha ha, reminded me of good old days. Two more regular-season games remaining on the schedule.
Got a deal on another Harley-Davidson if I want it. Definitely gonna lose that tank decal if I decide to travel back to FL and purchase. My wife not happy about a possible deal. Heh, can't say I blame her.
Yeah, up early again. Bah!
Wishing y'all a happy and joyous Sunday.
Good Morning everyone.
Great game yesterday. The Grab Bag Cats....you never know what you'll get. Man if Oscar, Toppin, Wallace, and Reeves are having good games we'll be hard to stop.
@MdWIldcat55 I took the time on vacation to read your long post. That is something I rarely do and a huge surprise to myself while on vacation. Thanks.
The beach was sure crowded yesterday. We did a drive by and left. lol It's not for us. Meeting an old buddy, kayaking, eating, etc on tap today. Go, go, go
I hope everyone has a great day.
Great game yesterday. The Grab Bag Cats....you never know what you'll get. Man if Oscar, Toppin, Wallace, and Reeves are having good games we'll be hard to stop.
@MdWIldcat55 I took the time on vacation to read your long post. That is something I rarely do and a huge surprise to myself while on vacation. Thanks.
The beach was sure crowded yesterday. We did a drive by and left. lol It's not for us. Meeting an old buddy, kayaking, eating, etc on tap today. Go, go, go
I hope everyone has a great day.
Good Sunday Morning
A beautiful day in store with a current temperature of 64° and a high of 78°. Winds are 9 mph.
I enjoyed the beat down of Bruce Pearl. Auburn this year may be the worst team I have seen Bruce Pearl put on the court. All cylinders were clicking for the Cats. Keep it up and they will be hard to handle in the tournament.
I trust all are well in health and spirit.
A beautiful day in store with a current temperature of 64° and a high of 78°. Winds are 9 mph.
I enjoyed the beat down of Bruce Pearl. Auburn this year may be the worst team I have seen Bruce Pearl put on the court. All cylinders were clicking for the Cats. Keep it up and they will be hard to handle in the tournament.
I trust all are well in health and spirit.
Good morning D-League. It's currently 37° here in Eastern Kentucky. This afternoon will see the morning clouds give way to peeks of sunshine l late and a high of 59°.
Have a great day and stay safe.
Have a great day and stay safe.
A friend of mine corrected me about the Thursday bye. Missouri would get the bye over the Cats if they both finish with 7 losses. My mistake. Still, a win Wednesday guarantees a 3-seed. The Cats have an outside shot at a 2.
Morning D-Legionnaires!
43° this morning with a high in the mid 60's expected. Weather service warns of severe weather late this afternoon with rain, hail, high winds, and tornadic activity possible. Rain we could use, the rest, not so much.
Cats are on a 4-game winning streak which is tied for the most games won in succession this year so far. Play like we did yesterday the rest of the way and I think we have a chance. It could happen, Livingston and Toppin are beginning to assert themselves which I believe is the key to a run. Not trying to get too excited as the Cats have let me down these last few years so...cautiously optimistic.
It's Sunday folks so relax, enjoy and God Bless.
And I was just trying to give SC the info that was reported on UK's site.
Good morning D-League.
Nice win for the Cats yesterday. Team looks like it’s rounding into shape. Just need to get contributions from a couple more guys —some more from Fredrick, some from Collins and get Wheeler back into the rotation for 10-12 minutes. Can’t get through the March grind with five guys playing 30 minutes a game.
Taking it a little easy this morning. Introducing my wife to the film From Here to Eternity. Love that movie -loved the book when I was a kid even more.
Hope everyone has a good day.
Nice win for the Cats yesterday. Team looks like it’s rounding into shape. Just need to get contributions from a couple more guys —some more from Fredrick, some from Collins and get Wheeler back into the rotation for 10-12 minutes. Can’t get through the March grind with five guys playing 30 minutes a game.
Taking it a little easy this morning. Introducing my wife to the film From Here to Eternity. Love that movie -loved the book when I was a kid even more.
Hope everyone has a good day.
I had a Low Rider. I think it was the late 70's when I bought it, soon after HD came out with it. Sold it after I got married to help buy the wife a car. Don't make payments on anything, so I needed the cash to finish the buy.Good morning from ATX. Currently 54°F and foggy. We may hit 81°F today for our high. Great weather for another long walk.
I'll say it again: Loved Cats beat-down against Auburn yesterday. Ha ha, reminded me of good old days. Two more regular-season games remaining on the schedule.
Got a deal on another Harley-Davidson if I want it. Definitely gonna lose that tank decal if I decide to travel back to FL and purchase. My wife not happy about a possible deal. Heh, can't say I blame her.
Yeah, up early again. Bah!
Wishing y'all a happy and joyous Sunday.
Good morning all,
Moving slow this morning. God Bless you all on this Lord's day.
Good game, real good game. Go forth and replicate...
Moving slow this morning. God Bless you all on this Lord's day.
Good game, real good game. Go forth and replicate...
I agree. Bench is thin right now with only Ware, Collins, Thiero and an injured CJ. It's obvious Ugonna won't get much if any playing time at this point of the season. Really need Wheeler back and a healthy CJ.
Morning folks. I am still glowing from yesterday's win. I am burning the bluray now and I will watch the edited version and really enjoy it.
It is 50.0°F here and cloudy. We are supposed to get to 59 and a 20% chance of rain. Our 70% chance of rain yesterday got us none.
You all have a good Sunday.
It is 50.0°F here and cloudy. We are supposed to get to 59 and a 20% chance of rain. Our 70% chance of rain yesterday got us none.
You all have a good Sunday.
Ever heard of them? Johnny Bench will be part of their tour.
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I do hope all your days are going well. I made it to the late service today. Sitting in My Darlings car in the sun while My Darling is cutting my granddaughters hair. Too cold in my daughter's home for me today. I need some sunshine.
