July 22, 2011: Correction: “The story, Port pickets aimed at Israeli ship, in the July 20 edition of the Optimist incorrectly stated that Israel is occupying the Palestinian territory of Gaza. Israel withdrew its troops and settlers from Gaza in 2005. We apologize for the error.“
Mike Fegelman
Mike is the Executive Director of HonestReporting Canada and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the organization, its financial management and project development. A seventeen-year veteran of the Canadian journalism industry, Mike was a former editor-in-chief, reporter, and anchor of various news programs and publications. Mike's focus is on delivering efficiency and professionalism as HRC moves into new technological and geographical spheres. Mike is a human rights expert and a frequent on-air commentator. His work has been published in the Globe and Mail, the National Post, Toronto Star, CBC News and more.