Indianapolis Monthly: "Under the Gun"

[MCgrease08]

I find it interesting that both WIBC and Indianapolis Monthly are both owned by a liberal Democrat...Jeff Smulyan

Well technically it's a publicly traded company and he is the CEO, so he isn't the sole owner. Although he does own a crap-ton of stock, and there's a picture of him and Obama in his office.

 

[bwframe]

Funny thing is, Indy Monthly and WIBC are the same company. They are both Emmis outlets and are housed in the same building.

All the more reason for Mr Relford to get on all of the shows!

 

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No news?

 

[BigMoose]

It's a magazine few read...... I would not worry.

 

[bwframe]

It's a magazine few read...... I would not worry.

No worries. I'm just gonna head out to Walmart and pick up a few Federal bulk packs to shoot up tomorrow.

 

[GuyRelford]

I actually received a rather gracious email back from the Editor in Chief. It doesn't change the way I feel about article and the idea that it was in any way "balanced" is rather laughable - but I appreciated the response. I told her she could consider my original email to her as a "letter to the editor." (We'll see if they publish it.)

"Good afternoon, Mr. Relford,

Thank you for your note; I'm sorry it isn't under better circumstances, but I do value your feedback. Adam Wren (whom you helped with the gun laws sidebar) and the fact-checker of that sidebar had both already mentioned what an invaluable (and incredibly helpful) resource you were.

I'm sorry to hear you're displeased with our overall coverage; our goal truly was to provide as balanced a look at the gun issue as possible, including incorporating voices in support of gun rights (such as Johnny Nugent), those in support of gun control, and those that fell somewhere in the middle. We always appreciate getting feedback from readers, whether they are happy with us or not; should you want to, I encourage you to write a letter to the editor sharing your views for possible publication in an upcoming issue.

Either way, I did want to let you know how much everyone here appreciated your time and expertise.

Best,

Amanda Heckert
Editor in Chief
Indianapolis Monthly"

 

[Jeremy1066]

I actually received a rather gracious email back from the Editor in Chief. It doesn't change the way I feel about article and the idea that it was in any way "balanced" is rather laughable - but I appreciated the response. I told her she could consider my original email to her as a "letter to the editor." (We'll see if they publish it.)

"Good afternoon, Mr. Relford,

Thank you for your note; I'm sorry it isn't under better circumstances, but I do value your feedback. Adam Wren (whom you helped with the gun laws sidebar) and the fact-checker of that sidebar had both already mentioned what an invaluable (and incredibly helpful) resource you were.

I'm sorry to hear you're displeased with our overall coverage; our goal truly was to provide as balanced a look at the gun issue as possible, including incorporating voices in support of gun rights (such as Johnny Nugent), those in support of gun control, and those that fell somewhere in the middle. We always appreciate getting feedback from readers, whether they are happy with us or not; should you want to, I encourage you to write a letter to the editor sharing your views for possible publication in an upcoming issue.

Either way, I did want to let you know how much everyone here appreciated your time and expertise.

Best,

Amanda Heckert
Editor in Chief
Indianapolis Monthly"

Gotta give her credit for the response, I suppose.

 

[singlesix]

Sucks being a minority where one person out of millions can set the tone for the whole group.

 

[oldpink]

You gave it your best shot, Guy.
Sadly, the way to approach the media in general is to assume that they will be hostile toward gun rights, no matter how much they posture as "balanced."
It's not your fault that your cooperation and information were used to further the all too predictable anti-gun agenda.

 

[dusty88]

Hmmm.... while I've never subscribed, I always thought Indianapolis monthly focused on features, entertainment, Indy businesses, etc.
Shannon Watts probably has friends there, though.

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

I actually received a rather gracious email back from the Editor in Chief. It doesn't change the way I feel about article and the idea that it was in any way "balanced" is rather laughable - but I appreciated the response. I told her she could consider my original email to her as a "letter to the editor." (We'll see if they publish it.)

"Good afternoon, Mr. Relford,

Thank you for your note; I'm sorry it isn't under better circumstances, but I do value your feedback. Adam Wren (whom you helped with the gun laws sidebar) and the fact-checker of that sidebar had both already mentioned what an invaluable (and incredibly helpful) resource you were.

I'm sorry to hear you're displeased with our overall coverage; our goal truly was to provide as balanced a look at the gun issue as possible, including incorporating voices in support of gun rights (such as Johnny Nugent), those in support of gun control, and those that fell somewhere in the middle. We always appreciate getting feedback from readers, whether they are happy with us or not; should you want to, I encourage you to write a letter to the editor sharing your views for possible publication in an upcoming issue.

Either way, I did want to let you know how much everyone here appreciated your time and expertise.

Best,

Amanda Heckert
Editor in Chief
Indianapolis Monthly"

I got a similar response. She also forwarded my comments after asking first but I said only if unedited.

 

[LoriW]

I bought that issue only because of that article. I wish I hadn't. If anyone wants to see screenshots of it, LMK

 

[SSGSAD]

I bought that issue only because of that article. I wish I hadn't. If anyone wants to see screenshots of it, LMK

YES, as long as you are not breaking any rules .....

 

[flatlander]

I read it in Wal- Mart yesterday. Didn't buy it and turned the front copy around when ever I saw it

Bob

 

[LoriW]

YES, as long as you are not breaking any rules .....

I think I won't be posting any pictures of copyrighted material

 

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Indianapolis Monthly smoking gun cover captivates local residents | WISH-TV

 

[tbhausen]

As a law-abiding citizen, I take it personally when someone or some organization wields its influence to come after my Constitutional rights.The sooner that rag goes bust, dries up, and blows away the better.

 

[searpinski]

I spoke to the media once. Never again. My wife brought this home for me. I didn't want to be rude I thanked her for it. I wasn't pleased that we contributed to the company behind it, but such is life. The article wasn't the worst I've seen, but it definitely wasn't unbiased.

 

[looney2ns]

Indianapolis Monthly smoking gun cover captivates local residents | WISH-TV

I don't see anything about the mag article except the title in this link.

 

[bwframe]

I don't see anything about the mag article except the title in this link.

You are right. The article is the wrong one for the title. The video is correct though, including the reporter flipping through the magazine pages.