Media Reform Conference

The National Conference for Media Reform closed today with a speech by Bill Moyers that H.L. Menken would have been proud of. Moyers was a last minute addition to the conference following the increasing pressure on PBS from conservatives and Republican donors.

The program Moyers hosted until 6 months ago, NOW, has come in for particular criticism despite commendations from individuals on both sides of the political spectrum for its balance and willingness to take the time to discuss complex subjects.

Video of parts of the conference are available for downloading. The downloads include features sessions as well as the keynote event featuring Al Franken as the MC and the closing plenary including Moyers' speech.

In Addition, we here at the ACC will be digging through scribbled notes (some of us have been spoiled by the ever ubiquitous computer keyboard) to bring you information and stories from the conference including a caucus session for St. Louis locals moderated by frequent St. Louis media and ACC contributor, Thomas Crone.