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Catholicism and Orthodox Christianity

goldent

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5. This is the nature of the press

Reply to mykpart (Reply #2)

Sat Mar 16, 2013, 09:36 AM

Mar 2013

Every time I see a press article on something for which I have expert knowledge, it nearly always contains incorrect or very confusing facts. I just got used to it, which is maybe why I am happy with the press coverage.

BTW, if the author's email is listed, do not hesitate to write a polite non-judgmental email stating that you read their article, and believe there are some errors (and ideally where they would find accurate information). I would say most "proper" reporters want to be accurate, but are pressured by time to get something out and don't have the time to do sufficient research, and would welcome feedback.

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