Tim builds on Free Press’ grassroots and policy work to promote universal access to open and affordable networks, challenge commercial media concentration and rethink the future of journalism. Before joining Free Press, Tim served as the vice president of business development for Globalvision New Media and the executive director of MediaChannel. He worked throughout Southeast Asia as an editor, reporter and award-winning photojournalist for the Associated Press, The New York Times, Time, Inc., and Australia Consolidated Press. His criticism, analysis and reporting on the media and media policy have been featured in USA Today, The Guardian, Time, MSNBC, Columbia Journalism Review, The Chicago Tribune, HuffPost, The Japan Times, The Jakarta Post, Al Ahram and dozens of other publications worldwide.
Expert Analysis
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Undermining a publicly funded media system makes perfect sense if clearing a path for graft, corruption and a lack of accountability is the goal.
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Nothing has presented more of a threat to millions of U.S. election workers and volunteers than the scourge of disinformation coursing across social networks in 2024.
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Student-run news outlets have covered the often brutal police crackdowns against pro-Palestinian encampments on college campuses.
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Losing Title II Net Neutrality hurt people, which is why millions protested the Trump FCC’s actions in 2017. Now, the Biden FCC is moving to restore people's right to an open internet. This is a big win for all of us.
News
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Conversations with a dozen insiders point to a party that is unsure about whether to leave or engage with the increasingly right-wing platform.
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“His groveling is now being rewarded with a promotion,” said Free Press Co-CEO Craig Aaron, “and it’s the American public who will pay a heavy price.”
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We're just days away from the U.S. elections and instead of bolstering integrity and preparedness plans, social-media companies are continuing their retreat from previous commitments.
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Media Matters attributed the layoffs in part to the financial strain resulting from the legal battle it faces with Musk.
From the Policy Library
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This Free Press analysis finds that the online landscape is worse in 2024 than in previous election cycles.
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This Free Press Action policy guide documents ways that states can support local journalism.
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Free Press Action debunks the Fraternal Order of Police letter that's full of lies about FCC nominee Gigi Sohn.
Congressional Correspondence
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This analysis critiques a bill that lets media cartels collude — and explains the right way to foster public-interest journalism.
Stories
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From fighting electoral lies to confronting white supremacy, Free Press staffers have been keeping busy during a pivotal moment for our democracy.
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A View from the Field is a biweekly feature that highlights the efforts of Free Press’ team of organizers, advocates and leaders.
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Free Press has brought a Net Neutrality message to Times Square, placing a video spot on a 1,624-square-foot screen high above Broadway and 43rd Street.
