Special interests in Washington and capitals around the country buy access to influence deals behind closed doors. They leave journalists a few crumbs to follow, but we need to know where to look.
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This tip sheet offers basic tips and resources for journalists writing about property taxes.
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Peel away at almost any story – from unrest in Venezuela to milk deliveries in Vermont – and eventually you’ll find a tale about oil. This explainer includes resources for reporters new to the global oil beat.
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Federal laws protect air passengers and direct how airlines must compensate anyone bumped from a flight. This tip sheet helps journalists comb through the fine print.
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How to research nonprofit organizations, with examples of investigations and instructions on finding and reading 990 tax filings.
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Asking these questions can help journalists gauge the quality of a research study or report and avoid relying on flawed findings.
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Drafting the federal budget is one of an American president’s most influential undertakings. But two-thirds of spending is set before the process even begins. We explain.
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Hackers are everywhere. This tip sheet offers free resources to help journalists protect their sources and themselves.
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2016 tip sheet that helps journalists navigate the big-money and often partisan world of think tanks.
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Depending whom you ask, America’s debt is either a national crisis or a clever way the world’s richest country takes advantage of its global economic dominance. We explain.
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