The Plame Leak Investigation

The Project for Excellence in Journalism has put together a reader's guide that includes a timeline of major events in the inquiry, a directory of key players, and a collection of central texts, news stories and noteworthy press criticism.

Timeline of Major Events
A chronology of key stories from the original Novak column on July 14, 2003, reporter Judith Miller's release from prison, to Novak's column on July 12, 2006 confirming his sources.

Major Figures
A "Who's Who" directory that describes the major figures' role in the inquiry

Central Texts
A compendium of texts central to the legal investigation as well as those that have launched a debate among press critics.

Press Criticism
A collection of notable press criticism from around the country.