Comments for SPJ Presents: Access Across America

Comment on A call to action: Hold the line on access! by David Cuillier

David Cuillier — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:10:46 +0000

Thanks much, Kevin. It was a team effort to make this happen, and SPJ has done a great job over the years fostering FOI. Your support is appreciated!

Comment on A call to action: Hold the line on access! by Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:00:56 +0000

Dave, we’ll talk more but I wanted to tell you how incredibly proud we are at SPJ of you and your efforts.
This was an amazing one-man performance to spread FOI to newsroom and further the cause of open government. Sadly, I agree too many journalist don’t even think FOI as part of their normal newsgathering process. You opened eyes and I know in many
places your advice will be put to work and slowly but surely we will win small victories.
Your work was incredible and it will bear fruit. But we can never stop.
Thanks.

Comment on Day 12: From Wyoming to India – sunny there? by Blgsjman

Blgsjman — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:46:25 +0000

Great blog. As a journalist in Billings, Mont., I wish we could’ve gotten you to come here (you weren’t far away). We have the biggest and best newspaper in the state, along with a weekly and two TV stations. There are two colleges here, too, both with basic J-programs. Any chance you’ll be coming back this way? We do a lot of open government work here and will never turn down a chance to learn more (unless you wanted to come and the powers-that-be said no. If that’s the case, sorry about that).

Comment on Day 45: Tour ends, but it’s just the beginning! by Jeannine

Jeannine — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 19:39:38 +0000

Dave,
this was a tremendous contribution to the journalism community. Thank you for your dedication and awesome work!
Jeannine

Comment on Day 40: When agencies balk, ‘Release the McCraken!’ by SAADIA SEHAR

SAADIA SEHAR — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:41:16 +0000

I think that is very useful session for journalists.

Comment on Day 35: Crossroads of America – and journalism by Jeannine

Jeannine — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:41:32 +0000

Thanks for Memorial Day post, Dave, and all of the others.

Comment on Day 26: Figure out the real reason for the denial by Katy Burnell

Katy Burnell — Sun, 23 May 2010 01:46:26 +0000

Great tip,

They all were — I enjoyed your presentation today, and I’m looking forward to applying what you discussed. The next time I’m tossed out of the courthouse or harassed for photographing a public building I’ll be ready to cite code. Maybe then they’ll feel more ‘comfortable’ about leaving me alone!

Best,
-KB

Comment on Day 26: Figure out the real reason for the denial by Julia Newton

Julia Newton — Sun, 23 May 2010 01:36:02 +0000

Thank You for a very informative session today!! I am excited to utilized the information presented to me today. I discussed with you earlier today that I wanted to access some records of the personal care assistances across the state of virginia. The names I want to accuire are people getting paid through the the medicaid system of virginia. If for any reason I am unable to obtain this information THANK YOU in advance for all your help.

Comment on Day 20: When diabetes leads to secrecy by Jeannine

Jeannine — Mon, 17 May 2010 03:50:20 +0000

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great work, Dave.

Comment on Day 11: Be prepared with a flash drive by Joe

Joe — Sat, 08 May 2010 21:33:32 +0000

Dave,

I LOVE THIS BLOG!!!!!

sincerely,

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