A Pulitzer and a Howitzer

I surmise by now that most who tour the political blogosphere (at least the right minded end of it) have seen zombie's brilliant expose of the Red Cross ambulance incident in Lebanon. It is a sterling example of all that is right about blogging - a meticulous and thoroughly researched [-piece which blows the lid off the shoddy reporting of the fine folks at MSM. Why not a Pulitzer for zombie.

These are some of the the current Pulitzer Prize category definitions for the competition which might be applicable:

For a distinguished example of meritorious public service by a newspaper through the use of its journalistic resources which, as well as reporting, may include editorials, cartoons, photographs and online material.

For a distinguished example of investigative reporting by an individual or team, presented as a single article or series., in print or in print and online.

For a distinguished example of explanatory reporting that illuminates a significant and complex subject, demonstrating mastery of the subject, lucid writing and clear presentation, in print or in print and online.

For a distinguished example of reporting on international affairs, in print or in print and online.

For distinguished commentary, in print or in print and online.

For distinguished criticism, in print or in print and online.

For distinguished editorial writing, the test of excellence being clearness of style, moral purpose, sound reasoning, and power to influence public opinion in what the writer conceives to be the right direction, in print or in print and online.