While attack worries Hong Kong press most are convinced that cause remains vitally important
Journalism and Free Speech articles on Democracy Chronicles
A basic necessity in a democratic society, is journalism and free speech play a central role in creating a system of checks and balance, and in distributing power equally between governments, businesses, individuals, and other social entities. Access to verifiable information gathered by independent media sources, which adhere to journalistic standards, can also be of service to ordinary citizens, by empowering them with the tools they need in order to participate in the political process. Also see our articles on Civil Rights.
Meat Cleaver Assassin Wounds Hong Kong Press Activist
Horrific injuries for Hong Kong press activist and newspaper editor following free speech protest
Turkey Signs Journalism Restrictions With Opposition Furious
Drama controversy surrounding embattled but defiant PM as Turkey signs journalism restrictions
Dictatorship Closes Another Sudan Opposition Newspaper
After pledge of press freedom, closing of Sudan opposition newspapers reveal dictatorship priority
Thousands March for Hong Kong Press Freedom
China has kept tight lid on future of Hong Kong press freedom and march seeks to protect rights
Few Big Donors Now Dominate Public Television Funding
How a few billionaires including Koch brothers now dominate public television funding nationwide
Turkey Passes Worrying Press Restrictions Amid Turmoil
Fist fight in Parliament as Ruling Party in Turkey Passes Worrying Press Restrictions
Can You Fund an Election Reform Film by Crowdfunding?
Making an election reform film based on crowdfunding takes a community that is hungry for change. If we can get proper funding to support the marketing of our documentary, “The Design of a Broken System”, its reach and impact will be amplified enormously.
Leading Cuba Dissident Launching Protest Newspaper
Digital newspaper to be launched in Havana by leading Cuba dissident Yoani Sanchez
China Corruption Exposed by New Investigation Cooperative
New investigation cooperative pools resources dozens of international newspapers for journalism