Infinite Monkeys

Inside the Sausage Factory

Some on the blogosphere claim that newpapers' unsigned editorial (or even newspapers themselves) are going to vanish. I'm skeptical of that (even if the actual paper versions fade away), since editorial boards have unique access to those in power, and there's something to be said for opinions forged in group debate--in fact, as blogs become more common, it's the columnists who fire off narrow opinions who are more endangered.

The Press-Enterprise today has a fascinating look at the kinds of discussions that go into creating an editorial (in this, regarding Durbin). And even if you're not interested in the newpaper business aspect, this is a fine debate.