NOTE:  A news ombudsman receives and investigates complaints from newspaper readers or
listeners or viewers of radio and television stations about accuracy,
fairness, balance and good taste in news coverage. He or she recommends
appropriate remedies or responses to correct or clarify news reports. (Read more at newsombudsmen.org.)

1.  In his post about the report by Washington Post ombudsman Deborah Howell, Noel Sheppard concludes: "media outlets that actually recognize their failures should not
just admit them, but also inform the public what they'll do to prevent
such negligence in the future."  Do you agree with Mr. Sheppard's suggestion?  Explain our answer.

2.  Do you think that the Post's pro-Obama reporting affected the way readers viewed the Democratic Obama/Biden campaign vs. the Republican McCain/Palin campaign?  Explain your answer.

3.  What news source do you use to get your news?  Do you trust it as fair and unbiased?  Explain your answer.