The best thing about interns is that they become ex-interns — they leave the nest and learn to fly on their own, and in many if not most cases they soar. It's fun to watch, but more than that, it's inspiring. It gives me hope, and it should give you hope, too. Especially at a time when all we hear is negativity and pessimism about the future of journalism.

Over the last three-plus years, our intern program, run expertly by managing editor Brandi Grissom, has brought us and all of you in contact with some extraordinary young men and ...

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