Los Angeles Times editor: Long vs. short stories debate is over; short wins

"That doesn't mean we won't run long stories," says Jim O'Shea, noting that "if we focus on becoming better writers and editors, our stories will be better, shorter and more inviting to readers." The editor also tells his staff: "I remain determined to create growth. I refuse to accept the conventional wisdom that newspapers and the Los Angeles Times in particular are doomed. We have more talent, creativity and potential energy in this building and in our bureaus around the nation and world than any other media organization." -- http://www.bransonedge.com http://www.bransonmissouri.blogspot.com