Scott A. Leadingham

Staff Writer

Scott A. Leadingham is a Freedom Forum staff writer. He has worked as a journalist and newsroom trainer, and he has also worked as a reporter, editor and news director in public media in the Northwest and Midwest. He previously oversaw training and professional development for the national Society of Professional Journalists, based in Indianapolis. He studied political science and public policy at Central Washington University and earned a master’s degree in public affairs from Indiana University Bloomington. He was raised in eastern Washington and now lives in Spokane and considers himself a lifelong (and long-suffering) Seattle Mariners fan.

Scott Leadingham

Articles by Scott A. Leadingham

Vanilla Ice holds up two trophies at the 18th Annual American Music Awards

Free Expression or Infringement? 10 Famous Copyright Cases to Know

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. But when does it go too far?
2023

First Amendment Stories of 2023: A Year in Review

These 1A stories were prominent in the news – and in all our lives – this year.
bias vs facts

Objectivity in Journalism: A Fair but Flawed Idea?

What is objectivity in journalism and why is it so hard to achieve?