The Bob Considine Award 2012

Jeremy Page

Best newspaper, news service or online interpretation of international affairs

AWARD DATE: 2012

AWARD NAME: The Bob Considine Award 2012

AWARD RECIPIENT: Jeremy Page

AWARD RECIPIENT AFFILIATION: The Wall Street Journal

AWARD HONORED WORK: A Murder Shakes China

In this extraordinary series of articles, Jeremy Page not only connected the dots behind the mysterious death of a British businessman, but provided startling glimpses into the life of one of China’s leading Communist Party bosses before he was fired in disgrace, as well as a look at the privileged lifestyles enjoyed by at least some corrupt politicians in today’s China.

The stories are notable for depth of reporting, an even presentation of the evidence, and a balanced tone. Nevertheless, taken together, they form a damning case that the wife of Chongqing party leader Bo Xilai may have poisoned businessman and family adviser Neil Heywood, a crime for which she was ultimately convicted. Aside from exposing the political scandal of the year in China, Page interprets the events in light of the power struggles taking place in the country just prior to its once-in-a-decade transfer of leadership.

Citation for Excellence:
Liz Sly
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