In Class Interview

Politics and the youth of our time, two words you don't usually see associated with each other. However, for Justin Wingerter it is his past time.

Wingerter, currently attending SIU-Edwardsville, takes numerous courses in political science and mass communications. These courses may come in handy later in life as he is interested in possibly pursuing a career in political journalism. "I have an unusually huge interest in politics, especially at the national level," says Wingerter. Currently a proud member of the Libertarian Party, Wingerter expressed his views when he voted for Bob Barr in November, and Ron Paul won over Wingerter's vote in the presidential primaries late last year.

Unsure of his future, Wingerter is certain on one thing. When asked about his future in regards to politics, Wingerter replied, "Although I'm still trying to decide whether or not I want
to be a reporter covering politics, I'm absolutely sure I don't want to go into politics myself." Wingerter already has experience in writing about politics mainly in part because he writes for two blogs and a website. Whether he chooses to leap into the political world or not is in fates hands. Regardless of what path he chooses, the world will know, and remember, the name, Justin Wingerter.

For my 1st story idea, I plan to report on the Super Bowl.  I will ask questions such as "who will win the game?"   "What will the final score be?"  "Who will the key players be for each team and why?"  I will address each teams weaknesses and strengths and incorporate my questions into my story to help with the flow.  I interviewed Brendan Freitag, Chris Hornbeek, Tony DuBois, Jade Stockton, John Layton, and Alicia Bianco about their thoughts on the big game.