And the problem isn't solved because Republic editors now are at least saying they will allow their reporters to write about some of Symington's corrupt activities. The problem is that the Republic, the dominant organization in Arizona journalism, insists that its reporters and editors wear gloves year-round. Debate over a major league baseball stadium gets distorted or squashed. The county's frightening fiscal practices are glossed over. Public problems are repeatedly ignored and soft-pedaled.
Public malefactors continue to pillage and screw up, year after year.
Actually, I don't write this piece with them in mind. You see, I consider the paper's owners and directors, along with Weil and his minions, to be consummate followers. They are sheep who just happened to roam into the field of journalism. No, I'll address the Mr. and Mrs. Intels. And the Mr. and Mrs. Motorolas.