2008
EXPLANATORY REPORTING
For a distinguished example of explanatory reporting that illuminates a significant and complex subject, demonstrating mastery of the subject, lucid writing and clear presentation, in print or in print and online, Ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
Awarded to Amy Harmon of The New York Times for her striking examination of the dilemmas and ethical issues that accompany DNA testing, using human stories to sharpen her reports.
Can anyone give me a whoo-hoo?
And from my Lovely and Amazing Friend Nancy:
New York Times Reporter wins Pulitzer for Disability-related Articles
Amy Harmon has received a Pulitzer Prize for explanatory reporting, awarded for “her striking examination of the dilemmas and ethical issues that accompany DNA testing, using human stories to sharpen her reports.” Ms. Harmon’s on-going series “The DNA Age” explores the impact of genetic technology in every day life. In 2007, she authored ten articles in this series, several of which focus on genetically-related disabilities.
Among the articles is “Facing Life with a Lethal Gene” detailing the experience of Katharine Moser, an occupational therapist who has tested positive for the Huntington Disease gene and who has yet to develop symptoms. Another article, “After DNA Diagnosis: ‘Hello, 16p11.2. Are You Just Like Me?’” explores the modern ability of those with rare genetic mutations to make connections with other families.
Two related articles in the series, “Prenatal Test Puts Down Syndrome in Hard Focus” and its follow-up, “Genetic Testing + Abortion = ???” brought national attention to the complex subjects of prenatal testing, abortion, Down syndrome, parental advocacy, and the ethical dilemma of many liberals who are both pro-choice and pro-disability rights.
For a full description of this Pulitzer Prize category, Ms. Harmon’s autobiography, and the prize-winning articles, see the Pulitzer website. All of Ms. Harmon’s DNA Age articles can be viewed here.
Whoo Hoo!
*many thanks to Nancy for writing and submitting the bulk of this entry*
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5 ChatterBoxes:
That's awesome!
She deserves the Pulitzer Prize for the Down syndrome video alone, I posted it because it was so well done.
Take a bow, Amy!
Great info! I read her Pulitzer info and it's fascinating. Now I have to go read the articles! Thanks!
Thanks Emily! It's great to have a friend like you!
Nancy I.
(Someday I'll have my own blog.)
Woo hoo!
(And, Nancy, the answer is an emphatic YES!)
I give you a great big old 'whoo-hooo'....Way to go Amy.
and thank you!
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