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The Washington Post Asks Staffers to Avoid Emailing & Driving

  • Poynter, Tuesday, September 17, 2013 1:10 AM
The Washington Post issued a memo to employees today asking them to drive safely and not to email or text and drive. "While we appreciate speedy replies to queries, they should not come at the expense of safety," Post senior editor Tracy Grant tells staffers in a memo. "Too often we hear from reporters and editors that they are communicating from the car. Beyond the obvious concerns of endangering ourselves and others, there are also potentially significant legal ramifications for both individuals and The Washington Post Company in the event of an accident."

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