Rewarding Moments: Prize-worthy vs. Praiseworthy

By: Michael Widlanski Accuracy in Media   Awards and prizes appear to be the ultimate credential, from the Oscar to the Grammy. But in complex matters—foreign policy, national security, terrorism—the verdict of elite committees is very undependable. Over the last decade, the sheen has worn off two of the most prestigious awards—the Nobel Peace Prize and the Pulitzer Prize in Journalism. Unlike the … [Read more...]