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A strong democracy depends on media that inform and engage. Free Press is building a nationwide movement for media that serve the public interest. Through education, organizing and advocacy, Free Press promotes diverse and independent media ownership, strong public media, hard-hitting journalism and universal access to communications.
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The Latest
Free Press Questions FCC Stance on Data Caps
May 22.2012
WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski said that he generally supports data caps and tiered broadband pricing plans. The chairman’s comments came during an interview at the Cable Show with former FCC Chairman Michael Powell, now the top lobbyist with the National Cable and Telecommunications Association.
Free Press Criticizes NAB Decision to Challenge Political File Order
May 22.2012
WASHINGTON -- On Tuesday, the National Association of Broadcasters filed a petition with the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals challenging the Federal Communications Commission's April order requiring broadcasters to put their political file information online.
Seattle: A Great Place to Listen to the Public
May 18.2012
Seattle’s a great place to visit.
The Space Needle, Mount Rainier, good music, great coffee, the list goes on.
But if you’re the chair of the Federal Communications Commission, there’s another good reason to visit Seattle: Sen. Maria Cantwell’s personal request that the FCC hold a public hearing on media consolidation.
The First Amendment and the Smartphone Journalist
May 18.2012
World Press Freedom Day came and went earlier this month. While it’s important to take a day to recognize our right to speak and share information, threats to our First Amendment freedoms happen all the time, everywhere.
Super PACs Tell Lies, but the Media Spread Them
May 17.2012
If you think presidential politics have gotten ugly, just wait.
With wealthy corporations and individuals spending billions of dollars to influence your vote, the real dirt is about to hit your TV screen like mud on a linen bed sheet.
Take Action
Police have arrested journalists and activists around the country for the “crime” of trying to document political protests in public spaces.
A U.K. investigation concluded that Rupert Murdoch is “not fit to run an international company.” Tell Congress: Hold Murdoch to Account in the U.S.
A U.S. appeals court recently struck down a ban on political ads on public broadcasting. Tell PBS and NPR to reject political ads!
Our next National Conference for Media Reform will be held in Denver on April 5–7, 2013.
Please mark your calendar; we can't wait to see you in Colorado!
