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A program designed to bring broadband to rural communities had a lot of promise — until the Trump administration got its hands on it. Now Musk stands to benefit.

We need policy change to ensure that communities have the news and information they need. Here’s why an advertising tax is the best solution. 

Trump’s crackdown on protesters is straight out of the autocratic playbook. He wants to chill all forms of dissent — but we have to keep fighting.

In May, Free Press staffers presented a multimedia exhibit in L.A., held an event on free speech with FCC Commissioner Gomez — and so much more.

During an event in Los Angeles, Gomez and other experts condemned the Trump administration’s attacks on free speech and a free press — and urged people to fight back.

When tyranny wins, the press is destroyed.

Most of the current coverage of Pilsen is related to crime and violence. Community members would like to change that.

The Black Future Newsstand exhibit in Los Angeles explored the impact of journalism on Black communities and captured the power of reparative media, art and technology.

Surrendering the Voice of America to right-wing conspiracy theorists would turn a global news source into a cruel joke. 

In April, Free Press staff advocated for community-centered journalism, fought to protect the First Amendment, highlighted the need for media reparations and more.