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These are the ideas, insights and stories that are central to the fight for your rights to connect, communicate and organize for justice.

Data centers consume substantial amounts of water and, as anthropologist Steven Gonzalez Monserrate writes, “collectively devour more energy than some nation-states.”

Free & Open Internet
Internet Access

Wisconsin has contended with quite a few emergencies in recent months — and people need access to trustworthy information to prepare and stay safe.

Future of Journalism
Local News and Civic Media Policy

Free Press created Pressing Issues to share urgent stories about media and tech and connect with people who believe media should serve democracy, not destroy it.

Free Speech
Press Freedom
Media Accountability
Future of Journalism

In August, Free Press made a big impact at Netroots and unveiled plans for a powerful new art installation in Houston.

Right to Protest
Media Accountability
Platform Accountability
Media Reparations

At a time when our democracy is at risk, our team is winning tough fights to ensure people have the news and information they need. Here’s how we’re getting it done.

Press Freedom
Future of Journalism
Local News and Civic Media Policy
Media Reparations
Public Media