The Enforcers
How Little-Known Trade Reporters Exposed the Keating Five and Advanced Business Journalism
by Rob Wells
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Pub Date 4 Nov 2019 | Archive Date 8 Nov 2019
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Advance Praise
"By delving into the role of trade press in the Keating and some other scandals, Wells throws a spotlight on the strengths, shortcomings, and blind spots of American journalism. He is rigorous in his reporting and unsparing in both his criticisms and praise. . . . After you read these pages take some time to ponder what Wells reveals and what you can do to improve accountability through journalism as a journalist or a consumer of news and remember that those little trade papers are in many ways bright gems of American journalism."--David Cay Johnston, author of It's Even Worse Than You Think: What the Trump Administration is Doing to America
"Who will hold business accountable? In this groundbreaking study, journalist and scholar Rob Wells looks at the savings and loan crisis of the late 1980s and finds newsroom lessons that are as fresh as tomorrow’s headlines. With skill and nuance, Wells explores a long-neglected corner of journalism: the industry trade journals that have long covered America’s corporate world with insight and courage. In the process, he maps out an ideal ecosystem of business investigative coverage that, if implemented, will keep competent watchdogs on the prowl for decades to come."--Diana B. Henriques, author of The Wizard of Lies: Bernie Madoff and the Death of Trust
Marketing Plan
-ARC mailing to National Media
-Feature on Netgalley
-Email blast to in-house email lists
-National Radio Outreach
-Social Media campaign
-ARC mailing to National Media
-Feature on Netgalley
-Email blast to in-house email lists
-National Radio Outreach
-Social Media campaign
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780252084768 |
| PRICE | US$27.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 264 |
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 554257
A classic example where journalists are at their best. As the tightening of laws reducing free speech happens around the world this is a much needed wake up call. Here in Australia we have journalist being harassed with government agencies carrying out intimidating searches trying to find whistle blowers.There is always a fine line between democracy and tyranny.
This is more of a study book than a novel yet it is an absorbing expose that we should all be thankful and be aware that these matters slowly creep upon us if not diligent.
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Jennifer C, Media/Journalist
A throwback to the 80s, this is a compelling behind-the-scenes tale of the illegal activities of the S&L industry and the corruption of its so-called regulators. The eventual disclosure of the whole mess by intrepid journalists toiling outside of the limelight underpins Rob’s case that independent business reporting is needed now more than ever and crucial to our democracy. [Rob also was an interesting and well-spoken guest on my podcast, Dear Discreet Guide.]
Stefan F, Reviewer
An interesting history, one that takes a bit of a different approach to examining a political scandal. Provides insight into the media, and how it covers (or fails to cover) certain aspects of politics, society, business, and more. Should appeal to those interested in politics and journalism.
