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The story and the subject are relevant in terms of news values
The questions demonstrate preparation for the interview, listening skills and follow-up
The article includes the subject's voice and context. The issue is illuminated by this interview. Sufficient description helps the reader understand the subject.
Strong writing. Clear and well organized paragraphs. Author shows mastery of spelling, word choice, punctuation and grammar. The article was copy edited.
The article includes the basic journalistic conventions: attractive headline, lead, descriptive body, ending, direct quotes and paraphrase, nut graph, AP style.
Article includes a journalistic photo, photo credit and photo captions.