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== History of the Legal Observer ==
 
== History of the Legal Observer ==
  
When the ''Legal Observer'' was founded in mid February 2007 it was founded as an asset of [[Kelkia Legal Services Incorporated]]. It was, in mid May, acquired by friendly purchase from KLSI to the [[Imperial Broadcasting Corporation]]. The paper was initially creating using the proper newspaper format, howeber this has since been abandoned or used sporadically. The paper also, during the times of economy, used advertisements to raise revenues. The Legal Observer has to date only had nine issues. However it is still regarded as an above average newspaper. The first editor was [[Onderkelkia]], though he was then replaced by [[Westiana]], before resuming the post again, he is the present incumbent. In late August staff from the Observer, along with the LKE Today, went on strike following economical issues.
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When the ''Legal Observer'' was founded in mid February 2007 it was founded as an asset of [[Kelkia Legal Services Incorporated]]. It was, in mid May, acquired by friendly purchase from KLSI to the [[Imperial Broadcasting Corporation]]. The paper was initially creating using the proper newspaper format, howeber this has since been abandoned or used sporadically. The paper also, during the times of economy, used advertisements to raise revenues. The Legal Observer has to date only had nine issues. However it is still regarded as an above average newspaper. The first editor was [[Onderkelkia]], though he was then replaced by [[Westiana]], before resuming the post again, he is the present incumbent. In late August staff from the Observer, along with the [[LKE Today]], went on strike following economical issues.
  
 
== Circulation and Successes ==
 
== Circulation and Successes ==
 
On 14th October 2007 the Legal Observer had a circulation (which in the LKE is measured by total topic views) of 936, this put it seventh overall for newspapers and fifth for Broadsheets. It beat its close rival The [[Law Book]], which as it was new had a mere 22 views.  
 
On 14th October 2007 the Legal Observer had a circulation (which in the LKE is measured by total topic views) of 936, this put it seventh overall for newspapers and fifth for Broadsheets. It beat its close rival The [[Law Book]], which as it was new had a mere 22 views.  
 
On September 2nd a poll showed that 4.3% of people thought that the Legal Observer was the best newspaper.
 
On September 2nd a poll showed that 4.3% of people thought that the Legal Observer was the best newspaper.
 
== Political Stance ==
 
[[Image:LKE_Today_for_NS_Wiki_1.JPG|thumb|400px|left|The LKE Today can be critical/praising of all parties and politicians]]
 
The ''Today'' claims to be impartial as well as the oldest newspaper. While it is true to say that it is politically impartial - it has been known to praise or criticise all parties - it is nonetheless pro establishment. The ''Today'' is strongly supportive of the Monarchy, Constitution and pomp and circumstance. It also tends to take a 'firm government' stance. The newspaper is also unquestionably patriotic and in favour of issues such as conscription, regional unity and celebration. Naturally when it comes to freedom of speech and the press it is very liberal.
 
 
 
== The LKE Today Through the Ages ==
 
 
Since its founding the ''LKE Today'' has since made over 120 issues, which is more than three times its nearest rival (The [[Imperial Herald]]). The first 44 issues were listed in Roman Numerals and the first 64 issues were the traditional text based newspapers. The ''Today'' was the first newspaper in the LKE to go 'White paper' i.e to use a proper newspaper format, this was October 16 2006. At the time though this news format had some serious flaws, many found it hard to read. It was not until the next issue that this problem had been solved. As time went on the format continued to be honed and changed, eventually becoming more and more neat. The title text changed several times. [[Image:LKE_Today_for_NS_Wiki_2.PNG|thumb|400px|right|A special version celebrates 100 LKET issues]]. On May 18th 2007 a 'Special Commemorative Issue' was made where the Newspaper reported on itself. This was to celebrate 100 issues and over one year reporting the news. On September 3rd 2007 the Today finally evolved into its modern format, with new background paper and a new title text. It also took its crest and motto out of the front page. This has remained the new format, though it is expected that the title headline will change, as it is being received as bland and undignified. During late August/September 2007 there were fears that the LKE Today was going to be closed down. This was due to much inactivity. The editor Lucius Magnus Rex had to make a humiliating 'Post for survival' thread promising a future issue soon. Since then the LKE Today has vowed never to et such an event happen again. As such activity has been very high with issues frequently every few days being well received by the public.
 
 
 
== Circulation and Successes ==
 
[[Image:LKE_Today_for_NS_Wiki_3.PNG|thumb|400px|left|The current format]]
 
On 14th October 2007 the LKE Today had a circulation (which in the LKE is measured by total topic views) of 12,980, this beat its nearest rival The [[LKE Star]], which had 7,776 views. Its nearest Broadsheet rival was the Imperial Herald with 3,322. This actually places it number 15 on the LKE's most viewed forums. In addition the LKE Today is the oldest newspaper and the first one ever in the LKE, this also wins it the award as the first broadsheet.
 
 
On September 2nd a poll showed that 43% of people thought that the LKE Today was the best newspaper, beating near rival the LKE Star (26%).
 
 
 
== Other ==
 
 
The ''LKE Today'' also ran/runs [[Today Magazine]], which allows for more elaboration and unlike the Today does interviews. For a brief period during the summer of 2006, when Lucius Magnus Rex was on holiday, [[Westiana]] and [[Griffin]] edited a few issues.
 

Latest revision as of 14:24, 14 October 2007

The Legal Observer

The Legal Observer
Legal_Observer_Logo.PNG
Date Founded
11th February 2007
Style of Paper
Broadsheet
Alignment
Right Wing
Editor
Onderkelkia

The Legal Observer is a newspaper in The Land of Kings and Emperors. It tends to focus on the workings of the Imperial Courts of Justice and other justicial and legal matters, though it also reports other news as well.

Political Stance

The Observer tends to lean towards the right ideological spectrum, tending to be tough on crime, and a harsh critic of politicians and regional figures. The Observer also has a reputation as being 'limitless' when it comes to criticism of incompetence or a perceived lack of patriotism.

History of the Legal Observer

When the Legal Observer was founded in mid February 2007 it was founded as an asset of Kelkia Legal Services Incorporated. It was, in mid May, acquired by friendly purchase from KLSI to the Imperial Broadcasting Corporation. The paper was initially creating using the proper newspaper format, howeber this has since been abandoned or used sporadically. The paper also, during the times of economy, used advertisements to raise revenues. The Legal Observer has to date only had nine issues. However it is still regarded as an above average newspaper. The first editor was Onderkelkia, though he was then replaced by Westiana, before resuming the post again, he is the present incumbent. In late August staff from the Observer, along with the LKE Today, went on strike following economical issues.

Circulation and Successes

On 14th October 2007 the Legal Observer had a circulation (which in the LKE is measured by total topic views) of 936, this put it seventh overall for newspapers and fifth for Broadsheets. It beat its close rival The Law Book, which as it was new had a mere 22 views. On September 2nd a poll showed that 4.3% of people thought that the Legal Observer was the best newspaper.