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Times Editor Tony Dearing said the policy is important so that journalists remain objective on political coverage.

So not having the sign in her yard somehow makes her more objective? Huh?

The Times prohibits its journalists from political activity, including running for office, working on campaigns, making political donations or displaying campaign bumper stickers or yard signs.

What a joke. That's like saying "The Times prohibits its journalists for being honest human beings.." Give me a break. Their political activity IS their biased reporting. They think such policies can fool us into thinking they have no political motives in their reporting. HA!

On this specific case, I say, "Give me a double break!" It's her husband for gosh sakes. Of course she's biased in favor of him. I'd prefer a little honesty to phony "no participation" policies any day.

I've got a member of our Architectural Committee in our Homeowners Association telling me NO to political signs.....and ANY signs in yards.....of course, he's going to be hearing further from me soon....that "security" sign in his yard has to go under his "rule."

I agree with others - I want to know where journalists stand.