JN 311 Lecture 11: 2_12_2018 Lecture
22 Apr 2018
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Research the agenda or topic, and key people. Government bodies almost always provide an agenda in advance. Think ahead about what your best angle might be, but be prepared to deviate based on what you will see and hear. Be sure your event is open to reporters. You have a right to attend meetings of government bodies. Find out if you need a press credential to attend. Get there early, find a good seat, be sure you know who is who. Take detailed notes and, if you wish, record the event. Pay attention not only to actions and statements by key people involved, but also to reactions by the audience. Always be thinking what is the best lead angle emerging? . Focus your note taking on this angle. Think about who to talk to afterward to develop this angle.
