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Tuesday, January 30, 2007 12:00 AM

The readers strike back

Massive online feedback has rocked writers and changed journalism forever. This brave new world is filled with beautiful minds and nasty Calibans and everything in between. Its benefits are undeniable. But do they outweigh its insidious effects?
By Gary Kamiya

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  • Monday, January 29, 2007 06:56 PM

    Fulsome Praise

    It means false praise for the purpose of fawning or flattery

    It's a bad thing. Check your dictionary.

    Much appreciate the opportunity to provide this feedback.

    Usually I just shout at the TV.

    Cheers

    Shane

    —No Name Given

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