So, back in October 2008, I received a “save the date” e-mail from my alma mater, Georgetown University, about Transition 2009, a conference by The School of Continuing Studies that would be taking place soon after the inauguration of now President Barack Obama. I selected the “learn more” option and signed up to receive e-mail updates as more […]
What if Obama’s Work Progress projects were digital?
“The country demands bold, persistent experimentation. If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something!” -Franklin Delano Roosevelt There have been a number of news articles over the past week, e.g. CBS News’ FDR’s New Deal Blueprint For Obama, that liken Obama’s economic recovery plan to the Work Progress Administration […]
The most fantastic, awe-inspiring video camera
A guest post from my good friend, author and journalist Francesca Segre…. I spent election night with the most fantastic, awe-inspiring video camera. KCRW (the NPR radio station in Santa Monica) sent me and the camera to cover what was billed as the largest California GOP “Victory” party in the state. The camera is exactly the size […]
