Compare the Pictures (II): Day Two DNC vs. Day Two RNC at the LAT

September 4th, 2008 12:17 AM

Looking at how the Los Angeles Times covered day two of the Democratic convention versus day two of the Republican convention:

Wednesday, August 27, 2008, following day two of the DNC: The headline is "Clinton calls on her party to end her rift" (click to see the image). A large, full-color Convention photo of Hillary and Chelsea Clinton graces the top of the front page. Inside: Five pages of coverage with 15 more photos (11 color, 4 b&w)

Wednesday, September 3, 2008, following day two of the RNC: The top-of-the-page headline is "GOP touts McCain record" (click to see the image). A large, full-color color photo of President Bush on the video screen addressing the Convention (same size as DNC photo). Inside: Four pages of coverage with 8 color photos, including one of Ron Paul.

When it comes to even coverage, the Times is 0-for-2 so far.

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