Thanks Dave...and...Looking Forward
First, a big thanks to Dave Aeikens for his service as LDF
chair and best wishes as he continues to climb the SPJ ladder in an effort to
improve and protect journalism.
Second, I’m thrilled about this opportunity to work on the
LDF. It has long been a favorite SPJ committee. Having faced down subpoenas for
my work – once without the means of representation – I know how important even
a $1,000 LDF grant can be.
I hope to continue the work of the LDF and, with much help,
build our reserves so we can continue to fight to open records in the public
interest and shield journalists who are threatened with becoming arms of law
enforcement when they are forced to give up notes and work product.