This assured that reporters would hear the same things over and over. And the reporters tried their best to get us to be negative. The result of our commitment to focus was that all of the media coverage was positive and not partisan. If you allow the media to do sloppy reporting, you are not only going to be aggravated by the situation, but you are also doing a disservice to your community and to kids. You don't have to be rude to the reporters, but you do need to put in writing what was inaccurate and suggest how they might not make that error again.
Most reporters enjoy relationships with experts in the areas that they cover.
These relationship assure them quality information and reliable resources. Make sure you build your relationships in this way. One of the first goals of the Michigan Worthy Wage Coalition was to alter this perspective and put it right. Reporters do respond to readers, viewers and listeners. We will not allow poor reporting on children's issues.