On Tuesday, Russian police raided the homes of three investigative journalists who work for the independent news organization Proekt.
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.
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Paper Apple Daily Announces Closure
Apple Daily, Hong Kong’s leading pro-democracy newspaper, has announced its closure, a setback to the city’s media freedom.
Vietnam Introduces National Social Media Guidelines
New social media guidelines in Vietnam urge people to express positive things about the state. The rules enforce government control.
Journalists Fleeing Home Countries Find Few Safe Options
Governments around the world should establish emergency visas for journalists that would allow them to quickly flee danger, CPJ.
Hong Kong Police Raid Major Pro-Democracy Paper
China maintains its anti-democratic crackdown in Hong Kong. 500 police officers were sent Thursday to raid a pro-democracy newspaper.
How Local Journalism Can Help Rebuild Democracy
A best-selling author has explained what has disrupted democracies and how local journalism may be the key to saving them.
Pakistan Pursuing An Unrelenting Assault On Journalism
Journalists in Pakistan are fired, harassed, and assaulted for critical reporting. Instead of empathy and support, they are mocked.
The Attack On Critical Race Theory & The 1619 Project
The 1619 project may have been highlighted as an example of CRT’s use in journalism, hence the tagline “the 1619 Project is CRT.”
No More Spying on Journalists
The DOJ is highly tempted by revealing data held by telephone and email companies despite state spying threatening press freedom.
Bing Censors Image Search for ‘Tank Man’ Worldwide
China restricts information about the tank man and Tiananmen Square more generally. In Hong Kong, it outlawed this year’s commemoration.