Kolko

I believe Gabriel Kolko is the granddaddy of this idea in the modern era.

Matthew Yglesias » An Influential Idea I Didn’t Get in a Book 2010

Also to his credit, Kolko has even provided bursts of candor in an agency that either denies or remains silent about unpleasant internal matters.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Kolko, whose bio lists him as a former assignment editor and producer at CNN, is a throwback to both J.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Kolko, whose bio lists him as a former assignment editor and producer at CNN, is a throwback to both J.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Through Kolko, the FBI's newly appointed New York head Janice K. Fedarcyk, issued this statement: Our goals with the press are simple; improve communications and build trust between the FBI and the public.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Asked about his aggressive approach to news, Kolko said, I'd call it pro-active rather than aggressive.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Sources say Kolko will be returning to Washington, where he worked in the press office before coming to New York.

Len Levitt: Troubling Questions on Police Foundation Freebies Len Levitt 2011

"Years ago, newspapers had their own reporters and photographers," Kolko said.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Asked about his aggressive approach to news, Kolko said, I'd call it pro-active rather than aggressive.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011

Asked about his aggressive approach to news, Kolko said, I'd call it pro-active rather than aggressive.

Len Levitt: The FBI's Newfound Voice Len Levitt 2011