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More Bad News for Newspapers More Bad News for Newspapers

A new report reveals a deepening crisis for democracy as digital media hasten the decline of print.

Jun 30, 2016 / Column / Eric Alterman

Al Jazeera America Newsroom

Farewell to Al Jazeera America Farewell to Al Jazeera America

The end of the media empire’s US venture doesn’t bode well for American viewers—or for journalism.

Apr 12, 2016 / Leslie Savan

Ben Bagdikian Knew That Journalism Must Serve the People—Not the Powerful

Ben Bagdikian Knew That Journalism Must Serve the People—Not the Powerful Ben Bagdikian Knew That Journalism Must Serve the People—Not the Powerful

The brilliant reporter and editor who sounded the alarm against media monopoly called on us all to be stewards of democracy.

Mar 14, 2016 / John Nichols

Ignacio Escolar

The Spanish Media Are the Worst in Europe. These Upstarts Are Trying to Change That. The Spanish Media Are the Worst in Europe. These Upstarts Are Trying to Change That.

A broad range of leftist media projects committed to democracy and transparency have flourished in recent years.

Sep 15, 2015 / Sebastiaan Faber and Bécquer Seguín

Can Democracy Survive Without Independent Media?

Can Democracy Survive Without Independent Media? Can Democracy Survive Without Independent Media?

The Nation commemorated its legacy as the oldest continuously published weekly magazine at this year's Tucson Festival of Books.

Apr 2, 2015 / Press Room

Danny Schechter Was Our News Dissector

Danny Schechter Was Our News Dissector Danny Schechter Was Our News Dissector

He criticized old media, he created new media and he knew the necessity of a free and freewheeling press.

Mar 20, 2015 / John Nichols

David Carr Was Our Guide Through a ‘Dead-Bang Ugly’ Media Moment

David Carr Was Our Guide Through a ‘Dead-Bang Ugly’ Media Moment David Carr Was Our Guide Through a ‘Dead-Bang Ugly’ Media Moment

The New York Times columnist championed journalism and humanity.

Feb 13, 2015 / John Nichols

Is Pacifica Radio Worth Saving?

Is Pacifica Radio Worth Saving? Is Pacifica Radio Worth Saving?

Once a beacon of progressive programming, the network is now beset by financial woes and infighting.

Feb 11, 2015 / Feature / Matthew Lasar

When Networks Snub a Presidential Address, Democracy Is ‘The Biggest Loser’

When Networks Snub a Presidential Address, Democracy Is ‘The Biggest Loser’ When Networks Snub a Presidential Address, Democracy Is ‘The Biggest Loser’

It is absurd that broadcast networks choose entertainment over Obama’s immigration speech.

Nov 20, 2014 / John Nichols

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