I wonder if the Washington Times editorial board even bothered reading the FTC document: http://www.ftc.gov/opp/workshops/news/jun15/docs/new-staff-discussion.

I wonder if the Washington Times editorial board even bothered reading the FTC document: http://www.ftc.gov/opp/workshops/news/jun15/docs/new-staff-discussion.pdf http://www.ftc.gov/opp/workshops/news/jun15/docs/new-staff-d... There is no question that this is a newsworthy topic. But it is ironic that journalism of such poor quality is being used to defend the current journalistic system. I think the editorial is a bit of an over-reaction. Consider the following statements from the FTC document- We note that this draft does not represent final conclusions or recommendations by the Commission or FTC staff; it is solely for purposes of discussion, in particular at FTC roundtable discussions to be held on June 15, 2010, at the National Press Club. -and- We anticipate that different participants in the roundtables at which this document will be discussed will criticize some or all proposals, improve others, and add ideas of their own. The purpose of this document is precisely to encourage such additional analyses and brainstorming.