Category Archives: media issues

Associated Press Misreports German “Right to Die” Court Decision – and Issues Very Belated Correction

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On June 25th, the Associated Press distributed a story about a “right to die” court decision in Germany.  It ran under the headline of  “Germany: Assisted suicide OK if patient consents.”  The content of the headline alone should have rung some alarm bells, since the headline implies something was done to “the patient” who gave … Continue reading Associated Press Misreports German “Right to Die” Court Decision – and Issues Very Belated Correction →

Using and Promoting Change of Language to Make the Objectionable Acceptable

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Last week, I happened to be watching The Ed Show on MSNBC.  Thankfully, the host – who I think is trying to be a liberal imitation of Sean Hannity – was on vacation.  Christopher Hayes, Washington editor of  The Nation, was subbing for the regular host. I was kind of paying half-attention, getting ready for … Continue reading Using and Promoting Change of Language to Make the Objectionable Acceptable →

Final Exit Network Billboard “Improved” by Billboard Liberation Front

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(Note – The image above is of the Final Exit Network (FEN) billboard in San Francisco that says “My Life  My Death  My Choice.”  Below those words the old website address has been replaced by the web address for Phillip Morris, manufacturer of Marlboro cigarettes and other tobacco products.) Some things are just too good … Continue reading Final Exit Network Billboard “Improved” by Billboard Liberation Front →

Final Exit Network Starts Billboard Campaign

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Many readers of this blog are probably already aware that the Final Exit Network (FEN) has put up a promotional billboard in San Francisco.  The group promises to erect more in New Jersey and Florida.  There hasn’t been a great deal of attention paid to the group and the billboard as of yet, but what … Continue reading Final Exit Network Starts Billboard Campaign →

Next on the Kevorkian Promotional Tour: Larry King Live

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The promotional tour of Kevorkian – with his new and improved “packaging” – continues on CNN.  According to the CNN site, he’ll be appearing on Larry King Live on Friday, June 18th.  This should be real nausea-inducing. Why would I think that? Well, for starters, Larry is the “King” of softball interviews and it’s why … Continue reading Next on the Kevorkian Promotional Tour: Larry King Live →