Associated Press VP Talks About “Breaking News”

At a time when journalists are risking their lives to bring us the news from around the world and facing increasing government pressure at home to reveal confidential sources, a new book provides a valuable reminder of the unique and crucially important role that the media plays in our society. AP Vice President Mike Silverman discusses the behind-the-scenes stories of news coverage from some of the most pivotal events in history such as AP’s coverage of elections , the civil rights movement, sports, and the news media today and its impact on society. For the first time, the stories behind some of the great stories in history, and the daring and dedication of the reporters who told them, are recounted in “Breaking News: How the Associated Press has Covered War, Peace, and Everything Else (Princeton Architectural Press, June 2007).” For more information, visit: http://breakingnewsbook.com More about Mike Silverman: Mike Silverman is vice president and managing editor of The Associated Press, in charge of directing AP’s day-to-day news coverage around the world. Silverman joined AP in 1971 in San Francisco , was promoted to the national editing desk in 1976 and was named assistant managing editor in 1989. He was appointed deputy managing editor in 1992 and managing editor in 2000. In 2003 he was named vice president. Silverman has helped direct coverage from the scene of space shuttle flights, the Olympics, the Oklahoma City bombing, and every national political convention since 1984. A Chicago native, Silverman is a graduate of the University of Chicago and holds a master’s degree in English literature from Stanford University. https://videos.whiteblox.com/gnb/secure/player.aspx?sid=32443