Move by Zach Stephenson of MN Publius means more blurring of the lines….
Zach Stephenson with MN Publius announced earlier this week he was leaving the blog to work for the Amy Klobuchar campaign. Now I can't begrudge a brother for trying to make a nickel but there are some serious questions about the line between being an independent blogger and working for a campaign.
Now everyone knows MN Publius backs Klobuchar over her Republican opponent, Congressman Mark Kennedy. But do these moves cause another blurring of the lines for folks who visit MN Publius to get an objective, Democrat view on the status of the race? MN Publius was hailed by liberal bloggers nationwide last week for reporting on the Kennedy campaign removing some references and photos to President Bush. Was that done independently of the Klobuchar campaign? Was it leaked to MN Publius or did the two work hand in hand? Zach is leaving MN Publius but that doesn't mean the blog won't get a tip or two along the way.
Michael Brodkorb with Minnesota Democrats Exposed was questioned by Bob Collins about his decision to work with the Kennedy folks. Zach Stephenson should answer those questions along with any other blogger who decides to work for a political campaign.
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