I was invited to the Google News Initiative event in New York this week. Among many other things, they revealed a series of initiatives to help publishers increase subscribers, with an eye toward building a better economic model for journalism. This is something we have repeatedly asked for, so I have to consider it a positive and meaningful announcement. But until it is actually implemented and we see what kind of commitment Google has to the effort, I am going to hold my applause.
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David Chavern is former President & CEO of the News/Media Alliance. Chavern has 30 years of experience in executive strategic and operational roles. Prior to the Alliance, he completed a decade-long tenure at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.