Pros
at USA Today, good access to sources. The paper's circulation and "reputation" makes it a must read even among people who scoff at its quality compared to the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. From middle management down to senior and mid-level reporters, there is a strong sense of competence. But the emphasis on shifting to an on-line platform is slow, tedious and ineffective. The blending of the traditional newsroom and on-line staff did NOTHING to solve that. I could work all week without saying a word to my on-line office mates. Most young on-line staffers have technical expertise with the Internet, but little to no actual reporting background. And for the most part, they collect information from outside sources and "process" it rather than make actual calls to confirm accuracy or come up with anything original.
Cons
inept senior management wants to walk the walk, but can't talk the talk. several have little to no news judgement and are afraid to speak up to their superiors - either because they don't know better or are afraid to contradict anyone. This is particularly true in the Money section.