From the Editor Thwarting 'The Press'

Sometimes, when I'm sitting back, feeling satisfied that my work at IPG is truly benefiting the in-plant managers of the world, it's jarring to have my face slapped by reality.

One day not long ago I heard that President Bush was planning to sign a bill at a Midwest manufacturing firm. Ever on the lookout for interesting story angles, I called the firm's in-plant manager, only to discover a new man had taken his place.