Romenesko Letters "The Newhouse bureau was one of the few places in Washington from which matters of religion were covered with the same kind of rigor that politics is," writes
Joan Connell, former editor of the Newhouse-owned Religion News Service. "As we mourn
the passing of another fine institution of journalism, I want to take a moment to appreciate
Deborah Howell, for having the vision and editorial cojones to create something absolutely unique in Washington journalism -- and to
Steve Newhouse, for providing astute guidance and generous support."
