Final Day Of The Baltimore Spectator

DEVELOPING STORY -- EARLY DRAFT -- UNFINISHED

They say all good things must come to an end, and sadly, for this little project, we may find now find ourselves at that very place. For some of you, this announcement will be met with great joy. Governor Martin O'Malley, his buddy Congressman Frank Kratovil, Mayor Sheila Dixon, Police Commissioner Frederick Bealefeld III, and for sure police PR man Anthony Guglielmi , all make up the throng of those probably breathing a sigh of relief upon learning this news.

We should not forget the idiotic jackasses at the Baltimore Sun, no, not everyone there fit this category (Justin, you know I love you buddy), but the ones who permitted my continual harassment, banning, and censorship on their so called "news" talk forum have definitely got to be placed near the top. For indeed, in the print publication, the online version, and the talk forum they maintain, The Baltimore Sun, in my opinion has shown a gross disconnect with the majority of the people of Baltimore. Many of their pieces lack depth, are written in a patronizing condescending manner, particularly towards the majority black population of Baltimore (seems we're always portrayed as either victim, or criminal), and overall, I feel much of what they do continues to take Baltimore in the wrong direction. One example, the incessant need to mention the so called criminal history of a person recently killed.

Others of you, perhaps a small few, may actually be saddened by this news. For you, the faithful reader and quiet supporter, a fan of the unique brand of citizen/activist journalism and "new media" I tried to bring to Baltimore, I will attempt to tell the story with a further of detail, but bear with me. This is not easy, and it's gonna take some time. The story will be updated throughout the rest of the day.

Typically whenever a story of note or what I deemed high importance was published on The Baltimore Spectator, numerous email alerts and were sent out. Not today! The amount of speculation as to my motivations and the driving force behind this project has been quite amusing. Was it because I wanted to annoy people? No, certainly not. Some have suggested that I am a self important person, and I think everything centers around me. To those, my thoughts are few. If you truly couldn't see what I was trying to do for the people of Baltimore, then maybe you, and many others like you are more blind than I thought. If Baltimore is populated by a bunch of people like you, who lack intellectual depth perception and the ability to critically analyze, then I say; no wonder this place is as screwed up as it is. Oh, and trust me, I LOVE BALTIMORE, but this placed is messed up! If you deny this, then you are; A BIG PART OF THE PROBLEM.

Before I close for now, there is something else I should say. To my enemies, and those who despised my presence and unique brand of journalism, don't let out that big sigh of relief just yet.


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BREAKING NEWS: Cab Rate Rollback Denied!

Thank You Larry Young Morning Show and WOLB 1010AM

Talk radio continues to reach the hearts and minds of the masses. Norris and Young morning radio shows discuss taxi meter decrease.

Although the mainstream did a poor job of covering the issue, talk radio is taking notice. This morning, both the Ed Norris Show, and the Larry Young Morning Show spoke on the issue of the taxi meter rate decrease. A.F. James MacArthur was an in studio guest on this mornings Larry Young Morning Show.

For an issue affecting the livelihood and jobs of a couple thousand people in Baltimore, you would think our local mainstream media would have given better coverage. No wonder so many people are turning to alternative "New Media" outlets such as The Baltimore Spectator to stay in their community.

Much like the politicians that are supposed to be representative of the people, the mainstream media have shown they have long forgotten their purpose for being, and continue to do a disservice to the citizens. So much time is given to questionable stories, but when you have an issue that hits right here in the community, you have the typical ignorance.

My conclusion. Politicians, along with the media are clearly arrogant and elitist and they feel they, and they alone, know what's best for the mere common folk.

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Multimedia journalist A.F. James MacArthur, an early adopter and proponent of New Media and managing editor of The Baltimore Spectator, viewed as a threat by establishment Baltimore main stream media.

Currently MacArthur, an investigative reporter covering crime, grime and politics, writes for several news websites under various pen names, produces and appears on air on two radio shows, and also directs and produces periodic video special reports.

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Mayor Dixon "Floored" By Criminal Charges -- "Bothered" By Obama Snub

"People are quick to judge. They don't have all the facts," Mayor Sheila Dixon said.

Mayor Sheila Dixon fights back. In her first extensive interview since facing criminal charges, Dixon claims the case against her is a witch-hunt. She also gets emotional, claiming she is embarrassed.

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