In April, Free Press staff advocated for community-centered journalism, fought to protect the First Amendment, highlighted the need for media reparations and more.
The crackdown on the press under Trump is part of a broader global trend. Around the world, journalists are facing intimidation, censorship, surveillance and violence.
Lawmakers in states across the country have introduced journalism bills that would cement the power of media conglomerates — and do little to support local communities.
Now that the GOP controls both the White House and Congress, its obsession with destroying public media could become a reality. Learn about the history of U.S. public media — and what’s at stake.
Reparative journalism is a community-centered Black storytelling model that remedies harms the media industry has caused. Learn more from our video series and discussion guide.
Amid the fears and threats that many are facing in this political moment, people need information about what’s happening in their communities to stay safe.
