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Is The AP Even Relevant Any More?
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7-29-2009 2:10 AM
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An interesting take on the need for the AP in the age of the internet.
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7-29-2009
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AP is bad enough. What has been really awkward lately are Obama's press conferences - when the New York Times reporters start humping Obama's leg.
They're already laying gifts at his feet. I hope his new health plan covers injuries sustained from bowing to him.
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