A blogger conference in Nashville has delved into the question of whether blogging is a form of journalism and can benefit from journalism techniques. Or are they just a way for people to express their views. They may or may not be news. They don't share the same due process, but as one participant pointed out, they do gain feedback and even edits from their readers. One thing for sure. They're something new and they don't necessarily fit a traditional mold. CNN.com - Bloggers' conference emphasizes tools of reporting - May 9, 2005