Do as we say, not as we do?

Crack open your copy of the Tribune Ethics Policy. Reporters are supposed to refrain from activities that give the appearance of a conflict. So how is it okay for Tribune Company executives to disregard the company's code of ethics and offer gifts to pols and policymakers its reporters cover?

The Cubs are offering a pair of tickets for purchase at face value to each of the pols who represent the area surrounding Wrigley Field. Steve Rhodes at The Beachwood Reporter calls the question. (end of post)