Each week we take a look at the best and the worst of what the world of media had to offer.
This past week, much like every week, there have been moments of journalistic brilliance and hard work.
Two venerable publications used cutting edge social media in ways we never would have suspected, and some well-timed digital long form writing proved that it has a long future ahead in journalism.
At the same time, an online publication committed a seriously unfunny gaffe and a a video journalist patted his own back while offending Michael Jackson fans around the globe.
WINNER: Donald Trump
Donald Trump is currently the leading Republican candidate and it appears the media has begun taking Trump seriously. According to David Brooks, Trump is "riding a deep public fantasy: The hunger for the ultimate blowhard who can lead us through dark times." Meanwhile, Eugene Robinson said that "...if this is all a big joke, I’m having trouble laughing."
While the future remains fuzzy, Trump wins this week because he remains a part of the national dialogue — he has moved beyond the simple criticism of his media presence as an excuse for ratings boost.
WINNER: Brian Williams
Appearing in an animated short celebrating the 100th episode of 30 Rock, we're reminded that Brian Williams is not just a great news anchor, but a funny guy — possibly the funniest at NBC. For his appearance and repeated proof that he's one of the most appreciated personalities in media, Williams is a winner this week. Now he just needs to bite the bullet and get on Twitter.
WINNER: New Yorker
After hiding Jonathan Franzen's story about David Foster Wallace behind a "Facebook 'Like' wall," the New Yorker's Facebook page received more than 17,000 likes. The result was a lot of attention for the story, and just as much for the magazine's unique and successful efforts in the realm of social media.
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See Also:
- The Weird Al Yankovic/Lady Gaga Parody Dispute Has Now Been Resolved
- CHARLES KRAUTHAMMER: Donald Trump Is 'ABSOLUTELY' Running For President
- Is Brian Williams The Funniest Person On NBC?
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