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New laws that force Big Tech into payment negotiations with Big Media won’t save journalism. Here’s a better way.

The injustice and barriers getting in the way of people trying to stay connected are nearly identical to the injustices woven into our electrical grids.

Malkia-Devich Cyril and Joseph Torres gathered to unpack how the dominant media system harms Black lives — and considered the repair that might be possible.

Two recent Free Press victories show the work it takes to turn ambitious ideas into policies and programs that will actually improve people’s lives.

Maryland is on the cusp of implementing legislation that would impose a tax on in-state digital advertising — a move that could inspire other states to act.

In February, Free Press worked hard to uplift Black stories, protect Black dissent, fight for affordable internet access and more.

This month our Media 2070 project brought together media-makers, journalists and activists for events exploring Black narrative power. Here are some highlights.

Bargaining with tech titans like Mark Zuckerberg won’t serve the needs of news outlets or the communities they’re supposed to serve.

Free Press Action VP Matt Wood testified in Congress about the need to bridge the digital divide during the pandemic — and beyond.

The Media 2070 project is exploring how narrative justice could take us to a future where Black folks control the creation and distribution of our own stories.