1.  What was the conclusion of a news analysis of the three network evening newscasts?  How did analysts conduct their report?

2.  What group conducted this news analysis?  How are they affiliated with CNS News?  Does MRC deny the existence of bad news from Iraq?

3.  Re-read Mr. Noyes statement in paragraph 5.  Do you agree with his assertion?  Explain your answer.

4.  In paragraph 6, what does Mr. Noyes say about reporting bad news?  What does he say is a reporter's responsibility?

5.  Randy Hall related key findings from the report on news coverage of Iraq.  Re-read the paragraph about American soldiers.  What do you conclude about the 3 news networks from this information?

6.  Write to your local newspaper or news channel and ask them to provide more reports on good news from Iraq.  For a media contact list, click here.