Newspaper editors organization may drop "paper" from its name

The American Society of Newspaper Editors is asking members whether it should change its name to the American Society of News Editors, dropping the word "paper" from their name. According to a story from the Associated Press, an April membership vote is scheduled in Chicago by which editors of news web sites also would be permitted to join, as would leaders of journalism programs.

"The proposals brought forth by the board recognize that the business of journalism, no surprise to you, has changed and that ASNE also needs to change to better serve our members, our industry and our craft," [Charlotte]Hall [president of the ASNE] said in her letter to members.